The Involvement of Religious Institution in Zakat Implementation at the Local Community

Abstract

This study aims to elucidate the manner in which the implementation of professional zakat is shaped by religious institutions in Indonesia. Religious institutions, such as the Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, play a significant role in regulating the distribution of zakat. The methodology employed is descriptive-qualitative, which involves conducting interviews and literature studies in order to obtain relevant data. This study identifies a discrepancy in the implementation of professional zakat within the Religious Ministry. The divergence of opinion concerns the interpretation of the law with a view to determining the status of professional zakat. Nevertheless, it can be demonstrated that the polarization does not impede the implementation and distribution to the intended recipients. The divergence of opinion may be attributed to the contrasting methodologies employed by the various parties to interpret and examine the relevant laws in order to ascertain the legal status of professional zakat.