Exploring Quranic Principles and the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Determining a Sustainable Zakat Had Kifayah

Abstract

This study aims to explore the Qur’anic principles in determining had kifayah and to assess the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in supporting sustainable zakat distribution management. Using a qualitative approach with tafsir mawḍū‘ī (thematic exegesis) and thematic analysis of relevant Qur’anic verses, the study identifies four mains had kifayah principles: basic needs, social justice, economic sustainability, and the determination of asnaf. The findings indicate that the Qur’an emphasizes a balance between worldly and spiritual obligations, fairness in wealth distribution, and the protection of the welfare of those in need. In a modern management context, AI is seen as a complementary tool that can enhance efficiency, transparency, and accuracy in determining had kifayah through data profiling, predictive analytics, and decision-support systems grounded in Islamic values. Therefore, the integration of divine principles and technology can create a more targeted and inclusive zakat ecosystem, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).