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Is there a Zakat levy on one’s Bitcoin holdings?
Bitcoin holdings are Zakatable at 2.5%, paid in Bitcoin or the local-currency equivalent.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipWhat is the Zakat liability on a director’s loan into their company?
A director's loan is a Zakatable receivable; pay yearly or pay for all outstanding years upon receipt.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam ImpermissibleCommerce & FinanceIs Retail Forex Trading Shariah Compliant?
Conventional retail forex speculation is not Shariah compliant; Islamic FX accounts must involve actual currency exchange.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipCan Tax Relief be Claimed Upon Zakat Payments?
It is permissible to claim and accept tax relief on Zakat payments.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipIs Zakat due on money lent to my brother?
Zakat is due on a loan every year, paid either annually or for all past years once the money is received.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipIs Zakat due on money saved to buy a house?
In the Hanafi school, money saved to buy a house in future is subject to Zakat now.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipHow Should Raw Materials be Valued in a Business for Zakat?
Raw materials for sale items are Zakatable at current industry value, or at cost price if no clear valuation exists.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipCan an overpayment of Zakat be considered an advance payment for subsequent years?
Excess Zakat paid can count as an advance payment for the following year or years.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipIs it Permissible to Invest in a Property Fund and What is the Zakat Liability on Such a Fund?
A rental property fund is a permissible investment if nothing else is non-compliant; Zakat is due only on its 4% cash portion.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipCan I give Zakat in the form of items and goods needed by recipients?
Zakat may be given in kind as long as the items' monetary value covers the Zakat liability.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipCan a husband pay Zakat on behalf of his wife?
A husband may pay Zakat on his wife's behalf, with her consent or prior acknowledgement, and it is rewarding.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipIs it Disliked to Slaughter Qurbani Animals at Night?
Slaughtering at night is only discouraged if poor light affects the slaughter; with adequate lighting there is no dislike.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipDo I pay Zakat on the annual salary that I earn?
Zakat is not levied on annual salary; it is paid on the net wealth held on one's Zakat anniversary.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipIs it Necessary to do an Additional Qadha for a Broken Qadha Fast?
No extra fast is needed for a broken Qaḍā' fast; only the original Ramadan fast is made up.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam DislikedWorshipIs it permissible to urinate whilst standing?
Urinating standing without a reason is disliked, as it is seen as repugnant and risks splashes.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipWhat does one need to do if they failed to perform Qurbani?
One who missed Qurbani must give ṣadaqah equal to the value of a Qurbani animal from the days of sacrifice.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipDoes a cervical screening test necessitate Ghusl?
A cervical screening test does not require Ghusl, though Wudhu must be redone.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipHow do I calculate the value of my gold jewellery for Zakat?
All gold and silver is Zakatable in the Hanafi school; value jewellery at its current resale or scrap value.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleMarriage & FamilyCan my father perform our Nikah?
One's father can perform the Nikah ceremony; a scholar is not required.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailMarriage & FamilyIs Mahr necessary in a Nikah?
Mahr is binding in a Nikah and is the right of the woman, based on Surah al-Nisā' 4:24.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipIs it permissible to delay having a shower after relations?
It is permissible to rest and sleep after relations with one's spouse before taking a Ghusl.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleMarriage & FamilyIs reading two rakats of Salah together on the first night of marriage a recommended practice?
Praying two rak'ats together on the first night is encouraged, based on the advice of Abdullah ibn Mas'ud.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipDoes the breaking of Wudhu during Ghusl necessitate restarting Ghusl?
Ghusl need not be restarted if Wudhu breaks; Wudhu must be redone if the Wudhu limbs are not washed later in the Ghusl.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipHow do I purify tiles which have impurity on it?
Smooth surfaces like tiles are purified by wiping the impurity with a wet cloth.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipHow will my garden become pure from impurity?
A garden is pure once dry with no trace of impurity; visible traces should be removed by pouring water.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleMarriage & FamilyWhat is the ruling of looking at your prospective spouse?
Seeing one's prospective spouse before marriage is encouraged, as the Prophet ﷺ advised.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipHow will my carpet become pure from impurity?
Wash the affected area of the carpet and dry it with any conventional method such as a hairdryer or fan.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailMarriage & FamilyWho should bear the Walimah cost?
The husband and his family bear the Walimah cost; the bride's family is rewarded if they voluntarily help.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipHow should I become pure if I had a wet dream on a plane?
If Ghusl or Tayammum is impossible, imitate the postures of Salah without recitation and repeat the Salah once pure.
Answered by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipHow do I purify phone screen from a blood stain?
A phone screen is purified simply by wiping off the visible impurity, e.g. with a wet wipe.
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