Pay Zakat on those who make prayers unnecessary and live a luxurious life 8117594684

One of my close relatives, who does no work. He has a family. Needy, but don't want any help from anyone. Lives a very simple life. Don't get in trouble with anyone. But he does not pray. He believes in the basic tenets of Islam. But he thinks that prayer is not a necessary act but it is just a conventional ritual. According to him, all periods are common. Is he eligible for zakat? If he is eligible, is it necessary to mention 'Zakat' to him?
Whether zakat can be paid to a person who has a tendency to indulge in luxurious expenses despite low income. For example, smart phone, KFC, Pizza Hut etc. Whenever he is financially supported, is he ambitious for a life that is not affordable for him and falls into crisis? 3658372234

- حامداومصلياومسلما، بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم -

Zakat is a basic provision of Islam. Only Muslims are the recipients. Other common donations can be given to any person, but essential donations such as zakat, fidyah, etc. have to be given only to Muslims. Giving to a non-believer or non-religious person will not be realized. Prayer is one of the basic tenets of Islam. He who thinks that prayer is unnecessary has strong doubts about his faith. Because it is a fundamental provision of Islam. Which the Prophet (peace be upon him) did till his death. He also advised the Ummah to offer prayers at the time of death. Calling that prayer unnecessary is blatant disbelief. Therefore, if zakat is given to such a person, zakat will not be collected.
The whole world is full of helpless poor people. Zakat should be given to those who really need it. At the same time he will use the money for necessary purposes. To give zakat to a person who spends a luxurious life despite being poor means to help the extravagant. Therefore, it would not be right to pay zakat to such a person. However, it will be realized. Rather, zakat should be paid only to those who are truly poor and who will receive zakat and use it for necessary purposes. 3872466985

- والله اعلم باالصواب -

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