Khums: Unable to Pay Outstanding Khums Debt: What’s the Obligation?

Practical Laws of Islam as per the teachings of Imam Khamenei

Khums: Unable to Pay Outstanding Khums Debt: What’s the Obligation?

English:

Question #1030:

Approximately seven years ago, I had to pay an amount of khums. I made mudāwarah for the payment with a mujtahid and paid off a part of it. I am indebted for the balance, but at present I am unable to pay it. What is my duty?

Answer #1030:

The fact that you are unable to pay does not exempt you from the obligation. You are responsible to pay off the debt, whenever you are able, even by instalments.

-Imam Khamenei, Practical Laws of Islam, Importance and Conditions of Khums