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Do Hajj, charity, Zakat, and Udhiyah become waived for the repentant insolvent debtor?

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Bearing debt is permissible for one who needs it and is able to repay it or intends to do so. Debt does not affect the validity or acceptance of acts of worship, but it takes precedence over the expenses of Hajj and is considered one of the impediments to the obligation of Zakat. As for giving charity to a debtor, scholars have differed on this matter. They also differed on whether the Udhiyah (sacrifice) is obligatory or a confirmed Sunnah, with the majority holding that it is a confirmed Sunnah and is not obligatory for the incapable or the debtor. One must strive to repay debts, and for one who is unable and sincere in their intention, Allah will take care of their debt and satisfy their creditors on the Day of Judgment.

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