Hukm Al-Kaffārah
If a person likens his wife to his mother or another woman who is mahram to him, what expiation (kaffarah) must he fulfill?
If a husband compares his wife to his mother or another woman forbidden to him (mahram), their relationship becomes unlawful until kaffarah is paid: 1. Freeing a slave 2.If unable, fasting for two consecutive months 3.If unable, feeding 60 poor ...
If a person swears not to have sexual relations with his wife for a certain period but breaks that oath, what must he do?
If a husband swears not to have intercourse with his wife for a certain period and breaks that oath, he must pay kaffarah: 1. Feeding 10 poor people 2.If unable, fasting for three consecutive days Reference (Qur’an): “For those who swear not to ...
If a person makes a vow to Allah (nazar) but does not fulfill it, what must that person do?
If someone makes a vow to Allah but fails to fulfill it, they must pay the same kaffarah as for breaking an oath: 1.Feeding 10 poor people 2.If unable, fasting for three days Reference (Hadith): “Whoever makes a vow but cannot fulfill it, must pay ...
A person has sworn by the name of Allah but then broke the oath — what must they do?
If someone swears by the name of Allah and breaks it, they must pay kaffarah: 1. Feeding 10 poor people 2. If unable, fasting for three days Reference (Qur’an): “The expiation for breaking an oath is to feed 10 poor people with the average food you ...
If a person deliberately engages in sexual intercourse during the daytime while fasting in the month of Ramadan, what must they do?
If someone intentionally engages in sexual intercourse during the day in Ramadan, they are required to pay kaffarah in the following order: 1. Freeing a slave (no longer applicable today) 2. Fasting for two consecutive months 3. If unable, feeding 60 ...
What if someone is unable to pay kaffarah by fasting for two consecutive months?
If a person is unable to pay kaffarah by fasting for two consecutive months, Islamic law provides an alternative that is more suited to the individual's capability. In cases such as sexual intercourse during the day in Ramadan or zihar, if someone is ...
Can kaffarah be paid to institutions or through charitable organizations?
The Fatwa Committee of the State of Selangor, in its 5th meeting of 2020 held on 17 Rabi’ul Awwal 1442H (corresponding to 3 November 2020), agreed on the following decision: a) Fidyah and kaffarah should be paid to Baitulmal, under the Selangor ...
Can kaffarah be paid in one lump sum or must it be paid every day?
Kaffarah is paid according to the types of violations committed.
How to pay kaffarah?
Kaffarah can be paid in the following ways: i) Kaffarah for Sexual Intercourse During the Day in Ramadan 1. Freeing a slave (no longer applicable today) 2. Fasting for two consecutive months 3. If unable, feeding 60 poor people ii) Kaffarah for ...
How much kaffarah should be paid?
The rate of kaffarah is one cupak of staple food (equivalent to 1.3 kg of rice) for each day of missed fasting. In the state of Selangor, the Fatwa Committee Meeting of Selangor (5th session of 2020), held on 17 Rabi’ul Awal 1442H (corresponding to 3 ...
Who is required to pay kaffarah?
The following are violations that require the payment of kaffarah (expiation): 1. Kaffarah for Sexual Intercourse During the Day in Ramadan If someone intentionally engages in sexual intercourse during the day in Ramadan, they are required to pay ...
What is the meaning of Kaffarah?
Kaffarah is a penalty or expiation that is made obligatory upon a person who violates certain rulings in Islamic law, such as deliberately breaking a fast, violating an oath, or committing zihar. Reference from the Qur’an: "That is the expiation for ...