Why do we not apply the mixing method even to grains and fruits?
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The questioner : ... .
The Shaykh : Yes, this is a good question from 'Abd Allah. He asks why we do not apply the mixing method even to grains and fruits, meaning why do we restrict it to livestock? The answer is that this is a good question, and some scholars have held this view. They stated that the mixing method applies to all visible wealth. They cited as evidence that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) would send collectors to take zakah from the owners of fruits without asking, even though joint ownership is possible in them; perhaps this orchard is inherited by several people.
The questioner : ... .
The Shaykh : Taken.
The Shaykh : Yes, this is a good question from 'Abd Allah. He asks why we do not apply the mixing method even to grains and fruits, meaning why do we restrict it to livestock? The answer is that this is a good question, and some scholars have held this view. They stated that the mixing method applies to all visible wealth. They cited as evidence that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) would send collectors to take zakah from the owners of fruits without asking, even though joint ownership is possible in them; perhaps this orchard is inherited by several people.
The questioner : ... .
The Shaykh : Taken.