*Sadaqatul fitr [fitra] is compulsory charity which becomes payable on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
*Fitr means to break fast or to refrain from fasting. Hence the Eid after the fasts of Ramadh�n is called Eid-ul-Fitr, as it is the day of rejoicing after the completion of fasting. On this occasion of happiness, as a sign of gratitude one has to give a specific amount in aims, which is called Sad'qatui-Fitr. To purify and obtain complete blessings for the fasts of Ramadh�n Mub�rak one has to giveSadaqatul-Fitr. Thus it is w�jib to give Sadaqatul-Fitr to purify one's fast. The true object in giving Sadqatul-fitr on this happy, occasion is also to assist the poor and needy, so that, they may rejoice with the more fortunate.
*Ibn Abbas رضي الله عنه reported that the Prophet
made the Sadaqat-ul-Fitr obligatory for the purpose of purifying our fasting from vain talk and shameful mistakes, to make arrangements for the poor and the needy for food and clothing (for the festival of Eid). (Hadith: Abu Dawud, Ibn Maja)
*Sadaqatul Fitr (or fitrah) is w�jib [compulsory] upon all Muslims -male, female and children fitrah should preferably be paid before the Eid Sal�h.
*It is not permissible to delay the payment of fitrah later than the Day of Eid.
What amount Should be paid
The amount of Sadqatul Fitr is 1.633kg of wheat or 3.266kg of barley or the equivalent in cash. Please consult your local Mosque for exact amount. It is highly recommended that this amount is paid in advance so that the contributions could be used for the benefit of the poor on Eid day
