From the Fatwa Department
Q: I do not possess the Zakah threshold and at present I am not required to pay Zakah. Does this automatically mean that I am also not required to perform Qurbani?
Q: I do not possess the Zakah threshold and at present I am not required to pay Zakah. Does this automatically mean that I am also not required to perform Qurbani?
A: There is a difference in determining the threshold of Zakah and Qurbani. In calculating the Zakah threshold, only Zakatable assets are considered as calculable wealth. However, in calculating the threshold for Qurbani becoming compulsory, all non-essential items must be added to the calculation, together with Zakatable wealth. Thus, the Qurbani threshold shall include all Zakatable wealth together with all non-essential wealth. Loans and debts are deductible.
Additionally, unlike Zakah, for Qurbani to become compulsory, it is not necessary for an entire year to pass over such wealth. Possessing the Nisab (threshold) for Qurbani on any of the days of Nahr (sacrifice) , i.e.10th, 11th, and 12th of Zul Hijjah shall make Qurbani compulsory for such a person.
And Allah Knows Best
Darul Ihsan Fatwa Dept.
Q: Can a woman in the state of Haidh recite verses from the Qur’an?
A: In principle, a woman in the state of Haidh is prohibited from reciting the Qur’an. However, she may recite certain verses which are generally recited with the intention of Zikr or Dua, provided such verses are regarded as verses of Zikr or Dua.
And Allah Knows Best
Darul Ihsan Fatwa Dept.
Q: Is Tamleek (unfettered ownership) a requirement for Sadaqatul Fitr? We plan to use the collected Sadaqatul Fitr funds to prepare a meal and serve it on Eid morning. Will sadaqatul Fitr be discharged in this way?
Q: Is it permitted to do Tawaf on a wheel chair or a golf cart?
Q: I would like to find out if it is fine to give Zakat money for building or renovation of a Masjid?
Q: A parent wishes to gift some jewellry and other assets to his/her children. What is the procedure for the above to be fulfilled correctly?
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Q: Can one read Nafl Salah after Asr? For example, a person manages to get a space in Rawdhatul Jannah after Asr.
Q:I understand that one should be in the state of wudhu when touching the Qur’an. However, does one also have to be in wudu to recite the Qur’an e.g. from memory, or if one has downloaded the Qur’an on their mobile phone or computer?
Q: Is it permissible for one to read 2 Rakats Nafl Salah between the Maghrib Azan and Iqamah whilst in Makkah and Madinah, or anywhere else?
Q: Can females wear imitation silver rings? I know there's a difference of opinion (or there may be) about wearing fake gold/silver.
Q: I do not possess the Zakat threshold and at present not required to pay Zakat. Does this automatically mean that I am also not required to perform Qurbani?
Q: Is it permissible for one to read 2 Rakats Nafl Salah between the Maghrib Azan and Iqamah whilst in Makkah and Madinah, or anywhere else?
Q: Is it permitted to do Tawaf on a wheel chair or a golf cart?
Q: With the upcoming elections, Muslims are asking for guidance on whether they should vote? And who should they vote for? Please advise
