Charitable Obligations
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Can Zakat be given as Ṣadaqah?

No.

  1. Zakat must be given with the intention of Zakat
  2. It cannot be counted as Ṣadaqah once due

However:

  1. Ṣadaqah can be given in addition to Zakāt
  2. Ṣadaqah does not replace Zakat if Zakat is due
Answered byAl-Ihsan Foundation
Verified Answer
4 February 2026

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