Stories in Islam that show the true extent of charitable giving
In Islam, sadaqah or charity is a recurring pattern in the stories as told in the Hadith, and Islamic values are closely in line with
Sadaqah
Give charity without delay,
for it stands in the way of calamity.
Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 589
Crowdfunding: The future of Islamic social finance?
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Types of Waqf in Easy Steps
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5 Types of Sadaqah You Might Never Have Heard Of
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Walking Through Waqf – Part 2
The 4 Pillars of Waqf In waqf, there are 4 pillars which are: The Founder (واقف) The Waqf Asset (موقوف) Beneficiaries (موقوف عليه) Expression (
Do Muslims Pay Zakat only in Ramadan?
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Walking Through Waqf – Part 1
The term waqf literally means to prevent (habs) or restraint. In legal terms, it means to protect a thing or to prevent it from becoming
11 Hadiths About Sadaqah
Islam is a beautiful religion. It teaches us compassion through the act of sadaqah. Sadaqah, or voluntary charity, is a selfless deed that is highly
Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
5 Things You Should Know About Zakat Al-Fitr
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Social Cohesion Through Zakat
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How to Calculate Zakat in Islam?
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Crowdfunding: The future of Islamic social finance?
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What is Zakat and Why do Muslims do it?
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The Importance of Zakat: How It Transforms Communities
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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
Islamic Ethics in Business and Trade
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The Two Rak’ahs of Gold: Why Qobliyah Subuh is More Than Just a Sunnah Prayer
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Jumu’ah: Why Friday is the Most Blessed Day in Islam
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Shahadah: The Gateway to a Life of Faith and Devotion in Islam
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How to Spend a Productive Weekend: 5 Islamic Recommendations
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Sadaqah Jariyah: Your Guide to a Lasting Legacy
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