Disposing of interest money

Q: Are we allowed to give interest money from the bank to needy Muslims? Or is it better to give to non-muslims only?

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A: One should dispose of it by giving it to any poor person without the intention of receiving reward.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)