In Islam, zakah has its own special characteristics and special rulings. It is different from tax paid to governments. Hence, income tax doesn’t replace the zakah.
Dr. Monzer Kahf, a prominent Muslim economist and counselor, states the following: Zakah is one of the pillars of Islam, and it is a religious obligation with given characteristics, qualification, intention, recipients, etc. Are we being sure the religious authorities take 2.5% of our income as zakah? Taxes have different characteristics and uses.
Does Income Tax Replace Zakah?
Did you like this content?
Recommended
When Your Child Rejects Islam: A Guide for Muslim Parents
A welcome message to new Muslims
Making up for Years of Missed Prayer
A Pledge with Allah Should Be Esteemed
Can We Feel Joy While Oppressed Muslims Are Suffering?
Proofs of Muhammad’s Prophethood
Helping People: A Sign of Allah’s Favor
Vaginal Discharges and Prayer
Qualities to Look for in a Spouse
Religious Human Rights & the Qur’an
Top Reading