Is it permissible to waive outstanding debts as Zakat on money?
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This method of paying is not permissible because intention () is required when disbursing the money, and the intention for Zakat was not present when it was disbursed. Zakat is a matter of taking and giving, as stated in His Almighty's words: "Take, [O, Muhammad], from their wealth a charity by which you purify them and cause them increase." (Quran 9:103). One can waive the remaining debt on the debtor as charity, but this does not fulfill the obligation of the prescribed Zakat.
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