Alongside the figure of forty, the wording identifies sa’imah status and completion of a qualifying year of ownership. Grazing livestock means animals whose upkeep is predominantly by grazing.
Someone who owns 45 animals but has not completed the qualifying year does not acquire liability merely from the headcount. Conditions of liability must first be established, followed by the amount due.
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Zakat on Sheep and Goats: Brackets, Liability, and Discharge
Alongside the figure of forty, the wording identifies sa’imah status and completion of a qualifying year of ownership. Grazing livestock means animals whose upkeep is predominantly by grazing.
Someone who owns 45 animals but has not completed the qualifying year does not acquire liability merely from the headcount. Conditions of liability must first be established, followed by the amount due.