Is it permissible to give expiation payments (Kaffarah) to relatives prohibited from receiving Zakat?
Chapter on Zakat on Sheep
Al-Mughni
Book of Zakat
Primary text
There are two opinions regarding Kaffarah. One view permits giving it because it is not Zakat and is not considered the 'filth of people,' thus resembling voluntary charity.
Supporting text
The second view prohibits giving it because it is obligatory, thus resembling Zakat.