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Is khums obligatory on a person with debts?

It depends on the kind of debt. An unpaid loan can be deducted from one’s surplus income if the loan is taken to cover expenses for running a business, as long as a) there are no assets or cash available to cover those expenses instead of having to take a …

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Is khums payable on savings I have made for the future?

Yes. There are some long-term savings which are for a specific use in the future, such as savings for a child’s marriage. Khums is liable on such savings as they are not used in that year. However, if it is appropriate for a father to save for a particular cause, …

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Which expenses are deductible from my income?

All expenses as long as they are within means. Deductible expenses include: • Food and drink • Clothing • Residence and accommodation (rent and mortgage payments) • Furniture • Household items and appliances • Marriage costs • Car and transport • Holidays and vacations • Hajj and ziyarah • Charity …

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When do I pay khums?

Khums becomes obligatory immediately, however one has up to a year to pay it. Momineen may find it more convenient to set a memorable date in order to easily calculate their Khums on that date.

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On what things is khums payable?

Khums becomes obligatory (wājib) on five things: 1. profit from earnings; 2. mined products; 3. treasure troves; 4. lawful (ḥalāl) property that has become mixed with unlawful (ḥarām) property; 5. precious stones that are acquired by underwater diving. Profit from earning includes: • Salaries and wages • Earnings from businesses …

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Why do we pay khums?

Khums is the right of the Imām (as) and of the Sadaat. Therefore, it is paid in accordance with the following ayat of Qurān: Know that whatever benefit you receive, one-fifth is for Allah and the Messenger, his close relatives, orphans, the poor, and the travellers, if you believe in …

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What is khums?

Khums is an Islamic obligation which literally means 1/5. It is obligatory to pay once a year after deducting one’s expenses, seeking the proximity of Allah (qurbatan ila Allah).

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