What is meant by the share of those whose hearts are to be reconciled and the share of slaves (to be freed) nowadays?

The majority of scholars hold the view that the share for "those whose hearts are to be reconciled" remains and was not abrogated by the death of the Prophet (peace be upon him), contrary to the Hanafis. This category refers to the disbeliever who is given aid to embrace Islam, the new convert to Islam, one who has embraced Islam but whose faith is weak, or one of high standing whose conversion is expected to lead to the conversion of others.

As for the contemporary applications of this share, they include: 1. Reconciling those whose conversion to Islam is hoped for, especially people of influence and authority. 2. Gaining the support of influential rulers and leaders to improve the conditions of Muslim communities and minorities. 3. Reconciling people of intellectual capabilities to gain their support for Muslim causes. 4. Establishing institutions to care for new converts to Islam and strengthen their hearts. 5. Providing assistance to non-Muslim governments to align them with Muslims, and aiding organizations, associations, and tribes to encourage them towards Islam, or purchasing pens and tongues to defend Islam.

As for the share for "freeing captives," it is disbursed for: 1. Assisting mukātabūn (slaves who have contracted with their masters for self-emancipation). 2. Emancipating slaves. 3. Freeing Muslim captives. In contemporary times, this share is expended on freeing Muslim captives and rescuing them from the hands of disbelievers. However, assisting mukātabūn and emancipating slaves are not currently applicable.