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Sadaqah
Give charity without delay,
for it stands in the way of calamity.
Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 589
Walking Through Waqf – Part 1
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Crowdfunding: The future of Islamic social finance?
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Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
Long-Term Social Implications of the Zakat System
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How Zakat Cleanses Your Income and Brings Blessings
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Zakat Made Easy: A Practical Guide for Singaporeans & Malaysians
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Is It Better To Pay Zakat Online?
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Doas & Islamic Wisdom
Lo! Indeed the world is cursed. What is in it is cursed, except for remembrance of Allah, what is conducive to that, the knowledgeable person and the learning person.
Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2322
Making the Most of Your Weekend: A Muslim’s Guide to Relaxation and Reflection
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5 Spiritual Benefits of Performing Shalat Rawatib Daily
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