What is the required manner for non-Muslim subjects (Dhimmi) to pay the Jizya (poll tax)?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Jizya
Primary text
The Jizya must be paid while the non-Muslim subject is standing and the collector is seated. Sending the payment via proxy is not accepted; the Dhimmi must personally attend its delivery. Furthermore, during the collection, they must be made to feel debased, such as by dragging their hands, consistent with the decree in the Quran that they pay the Jizya while they are lowly (Quran 9:29).
Supporting text
It is also held by some that the debasement (sighar) is fulfilled by their acceptance of the Jizya and their submission to the rulings applicable to Muslims.