This study explores the role of zakat as a Sharīʿah-based socio-economic instrument in managing financial crises, focusing on the government employees’ salary crisis in Palestine. This crisis emerged from political and financial instability, including the withholding of clearance revenues, and has generated significant social and economic consequences.

Using a descriptive–analytical approach, the research examines the juristic and conceptual framework of zakat and its socio-economic objectives, analyzes the impact of the salary crisis on employees’ living conditions and social security, and evaluates the contribution of Palestinian zakat institutions in mitigating its effects.

The findings indicate that zakat demonstrates Sharīʿah flexibility enabling it to address emergency financial hardships through its legitimate beneficiary categories—particularly the poor, the needy, and debtors. Many affected employees may become zakat-eligible due to their inability to meet basic needs and financial obligations. Zakat institutions have helped enhance societal resilience by providing urgent financial and in-kind assistance. However, challenges such as limited resources, weak institutional coordination, and societal debate over employees’ eligibility constrain this role. The study concludes that zakat functions as an important community-based support mechanism that alleviates state burdens and supports social stability.

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المؤتمر الدولي الأول للتمويل المستدام :مؤسسة الزكاة في السياق العالمي المعاصر

Publisher

كلية الشريعة -فاس

Publisher Country

Morocco

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Both (Printed and Online)

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