Maqasid As-Syari'ah In The Distribution of Zakat

Abstract

This article discusses how the distribution of Zakah in the National Zakat Agency (BAZNAS) in the perfective of Maqasid As-Syari'ah. The research method used in this study is a library research, namely the library data collection method which consists of several websites and books owned by the National Amil Zakat Agency, and several articles dealing with the issue being discussed. The distribution conducted by the National Zakat Agency (BAZNAS) includes economic empowerment, economic programs and educational programs from the perspective of Dharuriyah (Religion, Spirit, Heredity, Intellect and Assets) Hajjiah and Tahsiniyah. This article concludes that the efforts to manage zakah in a productive, active and creative manner in the perspective of Maqasid As-Syari'ah are policies that unavoidable for the benefit of the people, the welfare and prosperity of the poor people. The distribution of zakat is a way to reduce poverty in Islamic societies. The distribution of zakat as far as possible is not only to meet the consumption needs of mustahik, but also for a long period of time it frees them from dependence on zakah funds.