Comprehensive guides on Zakat, Nisab, and Islamic finance principles
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Complete step-by-step guide for American Muslims to calculate and pay Zakat. Includes the 8 eligible recipient categories from the Quran and reputable US Zakat organizations.
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Zakat is the third pillar of Islam — a 2.5% obligatory annual charity on wealth above the Nisab threshold. Learn who must pay, when, and how much.
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The Quran (9:60) lists 8 categories who can receive Zakat: the poor, needy, Zakat workers, new Muslims, captives, debtors, fi sabilillah, and travelers. Family rules, local vs overseas, and verification.
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Nisab is the minimum wealth threshold for Zakat. In 2026, the gold Nisab is approximately $7,000 and the silver Nisab is approximately $674. Here's how each works.
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How to calculate Zakat on a business in 2026. Pay 2.5% on inventory, receivables, and cash minus liabilities. Fixed assets like equipment and real estate are exempt.
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How to calculate Zakat on gold and silver in 2026. Gold Nisab is 87.48g (~$7,000), silver Nisab is 612.36g (~$674). Pay 2.5% on jewelry, bullion, and coins above the threshold.
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How to calculate Zakat on stocks, ETFs, retirement accounts (401k), real estate investments, and crypto. Includes worked examples and scholarly opinions.
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Zakat ul-Fitr is a small per-person charity at the end of Ramadan (~$10-15 USD in 2026). Zakat ul-Mal is the annual 2.5% wealth Zakat. Here are the key differences.
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