Giving Interest funds to a poor Muslim

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Is it permissible to give interest money to a poor Muslim? Or should we give it only to non-Muslims?

Mufti Muhammed Hamza Farooqui · Accepted Answer

Yes, if a Muslim received such funds, it is permissible and better to give the interest money to a poor Muslim who is eligible to receive Zakat without the intention of reward.

However, if one gives it to a poor non-Muslim, this is also permissible. [Fataawa Raheemiyyah 9/279]

Note: It should be noted that to deliberately involve oneself in interest bearing transactions is Haraam and is considered a Major sin. Shariah strictly prohibits and condemns all forms of Riba. Taking and giving of interest is impermissible.

And Allah Ta’ala Knows Best

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