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

Last verified on 11-05-2026

Explanation

• Wealth obtained from mines is subject to Khumus (one-fifth).
• Khumus means 20% of certain types of wealth.
• It is mentioned in the Qur'an (Surah Al-Anfal 8:41).
• It applies to treasures, minerals, and war gains.
• It is more emphasized in Shia jurisprudence, but exists in Sunni sources too.

Last verified on 28-04-2026

Explanation

• Zakat becomes obligatory when wealth reaches the Nisab level.
• For gold, Nisab is 87.48 grams (7.5 tola).
• Nisab for silver is 612.36 grams (52.5 tola).
• Zakat is 2.5% of total eligible wealth annually.

Last verified on 27-04-2026

Explanation

• Jizya is a tax taken from non-Muslims in an Islamic state.
• It is charged instead of Ushr/Zakat which Muslims pay.
• In return, non-Muslims receive protection and state services.
• It is part of the Islamic financial system.

Last verified on 26-04-2026

Explanation

• The verbal meaning of “Zakat” is Purification.
• It comes from the Arabic root meaning “to purify” and “to grow”.
• In Islam, Zakat purifies wealth and increases blessings.
• It is the 3rd fundamental pillar of Islam.
• It was made compulsory in 2 AH.
• It is mentioned 32 times in the Holy Quran.

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

• The saying “Zakat is the treasure of Islam” is attributed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
• Zakat purifies wealth and supports poor and needy people.
• It strengthens social justice in society.
• It is the 3rd pillar of Islam.
• Zakat system is clearly mentioned in the Qur’an, especially in Surah At-Tawbah.

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

• In Islamic law, Zakat on livestock is classified as Wajib (necessary obligation) in 2 A.H.
• It becomes obligatory when livestock reaches a minimum threshold (Nisab) and completes one year.
• It is part of Fiqh rules of financial worship.

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

Zakat is a compulsory 2.5%  (or 1⁄40)   levy on net qualifying wealth

Last updated by NA on 22-April-2026