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My question is which nisab to follow for zakat. Some scholars say silver because it’s Lower and some say gold. Would it matter if I choose either? Also would it be a sin if I pay more then 2.5 percent just to be “safe”.

15 May

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For zakat on cash you need to follow nisab of 595 grams of silver.

My question is which nisab to follow for zakat. Some scholars say silver because it’s Lower and some say gold. Would it matter if I choose either? Also would it be a sin if I pay more then 2.5 percent just to be “safe”.

Zakat | May 15, 2018 8:34 am
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We have little cash money and others in d bank.I have gold morethan 80grm but all has not yet reach one year.Can i give zakat for my money and gold in ramadhan because reward is multiply. Im not rich but i have little savings for my kids since I am a working mom.Can u tell me d ruling of zakat.Can i give to my mother?I have amount of savings but I depend my daily expenses tru monthly salary.

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