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Understanding Zakat: The Third Pillar of Islam

Zakat is the third pillar of Islam, a mandatory act of worship that purifies wealth and supports the community.

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The Purpose of Zakat in Islam

Zakat exists to purify wealth and create a just society. It is a command from Allah with deep spiritual and social benefits.

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Who Must Pay Zakat?

Not everyone must pay Zakat. You must meet four specific conditions before Zakat becomes obligatory.

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When Zakat Becomes Due

Zakat becomes due after you have held qualifying wealth above nisab for one full lunar year.

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What Happens to Your Zakat

Your Zakat goes to eight specific categories of people. The Quran defines exactly who can receive it.

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Zakat vs Sadaqah: Understanding the Difference

Zakat and Sadaqah are both forms of giving in Islam, but they are fundamentally different. One is obligatory, the other is voluntary.

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The Nisab Threshold Explained

Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth you must own before Zakat becomes obligatory. It is based on the value of gold or silver.

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Gold vs Silver Nisab: Which to Use?

The nisab can be calculated using gold or silver. The two values differ significantly, and your choice affects whether Zakat is due.

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How Zakatable Wealth Works

Not all wealth is subject to Zakat. Islam defines specific types of wealth that must be included in your calculation, and others that are exempt.

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Cash and Savings in Zakat

Cash and savings are the most common forms of zakatable wealth. If you have money in the bank or at home, it is likely subject to Zakat.

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Modern Assets: Investments and Crypto

Shares, stocks, pensions, and cryptocurrency are zakatable if they meet certain conditions. Zakat applies to modern wealth just as it does to traditional assets.

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Property and Business Assets in Zakat

Property and business assets are zakatable if they are held for profit. Your main home and personal belongings are exempt.

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How Debts Affect Your Zakat

Debts can reduce the amount of Zakat you owe, but not all debts are treated the same way. Understanding the rules helps you calculate correctly.

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Zakat on Cash and Bank Accounts

All cash and money in bank accounts is counted when calculating Zakat. This includes current accounts and savings accounts.

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Zakat on Foreign Currency

Foreign currency is zakatable. Convert its value to your local currency on your Zakat date and include it in your calculation.

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How Debts Affect Your Zakat

Debts can reduce the amount of Zakat you owe, but not all debts are treated the same way. Understanding the rules helps you calculate correctly.

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Short-Term vs Long-Term Debts

Zakat calculation treats short-term and long-term debts differently. Know the difference to calculate accurately.

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Long-Term Debts and Mortgages

Long-term debts like mortgages and student loans are treated differently. You cannot deduct the full amount when calculating Zakat.

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Understanding Immediate Debts

Immediate debts are obligations you must pay within the next year. These can be deducted from your zakatable wealth.

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Zakat and Student Loans

Student loans (in the UK) are usually not deductible because repayment depends on income and they may be written off. Scholars differ on this.

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