What constitutes treasure ('Rikaz') requiring the payment of Khums?
Chapter on Zakat on Gold and Silver
Al-Mughni
Book of Zakat
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The treasure subject to the obligation of Khums is that which originates from the burial sites of the Jahiliyyah. This view is held by Al-Hasan, Al-Sha'bi, Malik, Al-Shafi'i, and Abu Thawr. The determination relies on identifying clear pre-Islamic markings such as the names of their kings, their images, crucifixion signs, or images of their idols.