Sunan Ibn Majah #1551
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ discusses the rules of zakat related to agricultural products. He specifies that for crops irrigated naturally by rain, rivers, or springs, the zakat is one-tenth, while for crops that require artificial irrigation, it is half of that. This guidance helps ensure fairness and clarity in the distribution of wealth within the community.
Modern Application
In today's context, understanding the principles of zakat can encourage individuals to support those in need, especially in agricultural communities. By calculating zakat based on the method of irrigation, farmers can contribute fairly to the welfare of their community, promoting social responsibility and support.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Zakat and Agriculture & Crops because it provides specific guidelines on zakat obligations related to different methods of irrigation.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #1551 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters Regarding Zakat. It is graded Da'if and narrated by Salim narrated that:.