Can the Imam or the governor collect and distribute Zakat and claim compensation from it?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Deposits

Book 34 · Issue 6 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

If the Imam or the governor appointed by him personally undertakes the collection and distribution of the Zakat, he is not entitled to receive anything from those funds, as his provision is already secured from the public treasury.