Explanation

• In Zakat, “Hawl” means the completion of one Islamic lunar year on wealth.
• Zakat becomes obligatory when a Muslim possesses wealth above Nisab for one full lunar year.
• The Islamic lunar year consists of about 354 days.
• The usual rate of Zakat on savings and gold is 2.5%.

Last verified on 13-05-2026

Explanation

• Sadaqat-ul-Fitr (Fitrana) is a compulsory charity in Islam.
• It is given before the Eid-ul-Fitr prayer.
• It was made obligatory to purify the fasts of Ramadan.
• It also helps poor people to celebrate Eid.
• It was proclaimed in the 2nd Hijri year.

Last verified on 11-05-2026

Explanation

• The third pillar of Islam is Zakat (charity).
• Zakat means purification of wealth by giving a fixed portion to the poor.
• It was made compulsory in 2 AH.

Additional information:

Five Pillars of Islam (In Order)

1. Shahadatain – Declaration of faith
2. Namaz (Salah) – Prayer
3. Zakat – Charity (Obligatory almsgiving)
4. Roza (Fasting) – During Ramadan
5. Hajj – Pilgrimage to Makkah

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Explanation

• The Nisab (minimum limit) for gold is 7.5 tola (87.48 grams).
• Zakat was made obligatory in 2 A.H.
• It was fully implemented in 8 A.H.

Additional information:

• Silver Nisab: 52.5 tola = 612.36 grams
• The word “Zakat” occurs 32 times in the Holy Quran.
• Zakat means purification and growth of wealth.
• “Zakat is the treasure of Islam” is a famous saying of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).

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Explanation

• Year made compulsory: 2 A.H.
• Meaning of Zakat: Purification
• Position in Islam: Fourth Pillar of Islam
• Recipients: Poor, needy, debtors, travelers, and other eligible groups

Additional information:

• The word “Zakat” appears about 32 times in the Holy Quran.
• Abu Bakr fought against those who refused to pay Zakat after the death of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
• Standard Zakat rate on savings and wealth is generally 2.5% after meeting Nisab criteria.
• Fasting became compulsory: 2 A.H.
• Qiblah changed toward Kaaba: 2 A.H.
• Battle of Badr took place: 2 A.H.

Last verified on 10-05-2026