Paying Zakat al-Fitr before the Eid prayer
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Etiquette of Fasting
Paying Zakat al-Fitr before the Eid prayer
Ibn Umar (RA) said: "The Prophet (SAW) made Zakat al-Fitr obligatory... and ordered that it be given before the people go out for the [Eid] prayer."
Reference: Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, on the authority of Ibn Umar (RA)
Explanation
This specific timing ensures the charity reaches those in need in time for them to also celebrate the Eid.