Zakat FAQs (10/19)

· 4 Ramadan 1440 AH1 min readEnglish
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Question

Is Zakāt compulsory on personal gold?

Answer

Zakāt is compulsory on gold & silver in one’s ownership for whatever reason and whichever form.

Answered by
Mufti Faraz al-Mahmudi
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