JUG-2026-ZN6T0AQBCZ
Disposing of interest earned on a bank savings account
Question
If one receives interest on money saved in the bank, how should that person treat this interest?
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It should be disposed of by giving it to the poor and needy, without the intention or expectation of earning any reward, as the purpose is merely to rid oneself of unlawful wealth.
Answered byMufti SajidAuthorized Scholar
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