The Double Disaster in Sulawesi
Indonesia’s tragic earthquakes Indonesia is no stranger to natural disasters as it is located at the Pacific Ring of Fire – a region home to
Sadaqah
Give charity without delay,
for it stands in the way of calamity.
Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 589
Muslims and Sadaqah
Prophet Muhammed (Peace Be Upon Him) was sent as an example for mankind. Throughout his life he showed us the importance of Sadaqah by giving
PERGAS Launches PERLU Endowment Fund
“Ulama” scholars are the inheritors of the Prophets and Messengers of Allah. With that appreciation in mind, the Singapore Islamic Scholars and Religious Teachers Association
Types of Waqf in Easy Steps
Waqf is an endowment made by a Muslim for a religious, educational, or charitable cause. It is an essential tool towards achieving socio-economic development, and
Leveraging Waqf as a driver of social entrepreneurship
Sustainability has become a mainstream issue across all financial sectors, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is especially true in Islamic finance, which includes intrinsic
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 (
11 Reasons Why you Should Give Sadaqah Regularly
As a species, we are naturally inclined to self-preservation and self-growth. This makes us predominantly selfish creatures. Yet, the aspect of preserving others through charitable
Community Support through Sadaqah: Strengthening Economies in Crisis
Sadaqah, the act of charitable giving, plays a crucial role in supporting communities and individuals in need. In Afghan society, the spirit of Sadaqah is
Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
The Need to Adopt Technology in Zakat Administration
Associate Professor Dr Aishath MuneezaINCEIF, Malaysia Zakat as we all know is a very important pillar of Islam and a socio-economic tool for alleviating poverty.
Social Cohesion Through Zakat
By Dr. Lafeer Muhfeeth Can Zakat distribution be used as a mechanism to enhance social cohesion in multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, and multi-religious societies? In this article, we
How to Calculate Zakat in Islam?
Giving out zakat is an obligation for all eligible Muslims. But admittedly, formulating how much you need to pay for your zakat can be confusing.
Long-Term Social Implications of the Zakat System
The zakat system has long been an imperative cornerstone for the progress and conservation of Islamic values in a modern context. More importantly, zakat defines
What is Zakat and Why do Muslims do it?
The recipe for success is to look forward to paying our Zakat and to be in the first rows of the Masjid just like we
Zakah or Zakat? Which is correct?
Hmmm do you ever wonder which is the correct spelling? Zakah or Zakat? Sadaqah or Sadaqa? And the list goes on and on… In the
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
An Islamic Perspective on Hardship and Relying on Allah
The world is slowly recovering from the hardships that came with the Covid-19 pandemic. Governments and companies were pretty much shut down. People lost livelihood
How Do we deal with Oppression and Injustice in Islam?
We consistently are seeing realities of injustice and oppression through the media and maybe even in our own lives. We’re living in in this world
How to Spend a Productive Weekend: 5 Islamic Recommendations
Weekends are a great chance to refresh and get things done. For Muslims, it’s also a time to grow spiritually and follow Islamic teachings. Here
Recommended Surahs to Recite for a Spiritually Fulfilling Weekend
Reciting specific Surahs from the Holy Quran can enhance your spiritual experience and bring various benefits into your life. Whether it’s for protection, sustenance, or
Powerful Duas to Begin Your Week with Blessings
Starting a new week with prayers can set a positive tone for the days ahead. These powerful duas, or supplications, can help invite blessings, guidance,
The Significance of Helping Orphans in Islam according to the Quran
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, “Bring the orphan close to you, pat his head, and feed him with the same food you eat. It