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Sadaqatul Fitr For Passed Years
Question: How do I make amends for past years that I did not pay Sadaqatul Fitr?
Answer: Firstly, make Taubah for neglecting an obligation.
Secondly, discharge the outstanding amount immediately.
For each missed year, you will discharge the current Sadaqatul Fitr amount.
Sadaqatul Fitr On Behalf of Minors
Question: Does a father have to pay Sadaqatul Fitr on behalf of his children?
Answer: Yes the father will pay the Sadaqatul Fitr on behalf of his minor children who are dependent on him.
However, if a minor owns his or her own money, then the Sadaqtul Fitr may be taken from that money.
To Who Should I Give Sadaqatul Fitr
Question: Who should the Sadaqatul Fitr be given to?
Answer: Sadaqatul Fitr needs to be given to such a Muslim who is eligible to accept Zakaat.
[The person does not have cash/items (excluding items of personal use) equal to or more than the Nisab amount. Items of personal use are: house, car, clothing, cell phones, laptops, books for students, appliances, furniture, etc.[
Eating Mistakenly While Fasting
Question: I mistakenly swallowed water while rinsing my mouth when making Wudhu, what is the status of my fast?
Answer: The water was swallowed mistakenly while you were full aware that you were fasting, hence the fast will break. You will have to make a Qadha fast to recompense for this day.