I am living by myself and I spend Ramadan by myself. I want to know if I am obliged to give Zakah al-Fitr or my dad should do it. Are female responsible to give the Zakah or only men? In what circumstances?.. More
I have some money in shares, some in accounts in the bank, and some in land. As far as I understand, I am to find out the value of these holdings on a (lunar) yearly basis, subtract the Nisaab, and pay 2.5 percent of the remaining amount in Zakaat. Am I correct in thinking this? Also, I receive a small monthly allowance from my parents to cover my personal.. More
Can I give Zakah to my real sister who I think deserves help from Zakah but without telling her it is Zakah? If I tell her that this is Zakah money then she may refuse accepting it... More
I have a house that I bought to rent and if I get the right price I will sell it.Do I have to pay Zakah on the house? If yes, do I calculate the Zakah from the price I have paid or from the market price that is totally different?.. More
Currently many mosques and Islamic centers are being built around the world similar to what happening in Australia. Because there is not enough individual donors, funds are raised through pledges, or special dinners (BBQ's), etc. To enter one of these venues, one has to pay and generally the price charged is more than what would be charged in restaurants... More
When making consideration for Zakah, as per the shares owned in the stock market, should it be calculated as regards the present value of the shares, or only after shares are sold and cash is actually realized?.. More
My friend is working in Europe. He has some savings (more than Nesab). He saved it for his marriage after returning to his country. One of his friends told him that there is no Zakah in this money so, he did not pay Zakah from 1996 till now. He want to ask if he must pay Zakah on this money or not. If "yes", what he will do in all these previous years... More
I'm student with a scholarship to study in another country. I receive my scholarship for every three months. I don't know if I have to pay the Zakah or not? Please let me know and how much if I have to pay?.. More
I don't have a job, but I have a wife and a child. We are being supported by our families and friends. Do I have to pay Zakah from the money that we get for ourselves??.. More