What should one do who has been working in trade since 1996 and constantly incurring losses, is unable to pay zakat on his wealth due to accumulated debts, and whenever he settles his debts, he starts incurring losses again?
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is not obligatory for you unless your wealth reaches the after deducting debts. Debt, according to the majority of scholars, diminishes zakat on inner wealth. Regarding commercial losses, it is advisable to consult specialists for a comprehensive study, along with making supplications and abandoning sins, as disobedience may deprive one of sustenance.
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