Zakat Management and Economic Sustainability

Abstract

The chapter is an attempt to correlate the subject of zakat as an Islamic duty with sustainable development in all aspects such as economic, social, and other types of sustainability. The chapter deals with a set of interrelated topics to form an integrated knowledge theme on the subject of zakat. Clear distinctions are provided between the idiomatic meaning of zakat and other terms that suggest that it is similar. These terms include zakat, charity, donations, taxes, and other terms. The explanations in this chapter are addressed based on the categories of Islamic law. The information contained in this chapter has been documented according to the principles of Sharia as well as the scientific sources that have approved in the Sharia databases. The chapter also dealt with the latest experiences and practical practices of zakat and its management, represented by the smart and advanced experience in the UAE. It is worth mentioning that the UAE experience has integrated the latest smart and electronic methods in the management of zakat funds.