The book ‘How to Pay Zakat from Your Wealth’ represents another valuable contribution by Professor Dr Ali Qaradaghi, providing a detailed yet concise exploration of zakat (alms). Dr Qaradaghi adeptly presents this complex topic in a manner accessible to all readers, regardless of their background knowledge. Additionally, he addresses various contemporary issues pertinent to the Muslim community.

The author commences by elucidating the meaning of zakat, drawing examples from the Holy Quran and the life of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). Subsequently, he delineates the three pillars of zakat (those who give, the wealth from which zakat is derived, and the recipients) and discusses the conditions associated with each pillar, incorporating insights from Islamic scholars.

In delving into the second pillar, which pertains to the wealth subject to zakat, Dr Qaradaghi explores diverse forms of assets, including animals, animal products, gold, silver, stocks, and other types of wealth. He highlights the varying processes involved in paying zakat on these assets.

In the final chapters, Dr Qaradaghi addresses several topics that may be unclear to many within the Islamic community. These include exemptions from zakat, transportation of zakat, expediting or delaying zakat payments, zakat on forbidden wealth, and distinctions between zakat and taxation. The book concludes with a succinct explanation of ‘Zakat al-Fitr,’ ensuring clarity for readers on this aspect of zakat practice.

Key details about the book include:

-                Original Language: Arabic

-                Author: Ali Muhidin Al-Qaradaghi

-                Translated into Kurdish by the translation committee of the Humanitarian League Organization

-                Number of Pages: 123

-                Year of Publication: 2012