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
Sadaqah
Give charity without delay,
for it stands in the way of calamity.
Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 589
Do Muslims Pay Zakat only in Ramadan?
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The Double Disaster in Sulawesi
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Zakat Made Easy: A Practical Guide for Singaporeans & Malaysians
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Sadaqah Jariyah: Your Guide to a Lasting Legacy
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Muslims and Sadaqah
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The Power of Sadaqah: 7 Benefits of Giving Sadaqah
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Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
What Are the Types of Zakat You Can Pay in Islam (Part 1)
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The Need to Adopt Technology in Zakat Administration
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How Zakat Cleanses Your Income and Brings Blessings
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What Are the Types of Zakat You Can Pay in Islam (Part 2)
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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
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Embracing the Essence of Shahadah: 5 Key Activities to Strengthen Your Faith
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Islamic Views on Interfaith Dialogue and Cooperation
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Why Reciting Surah Al-Mulk Before Sleep Can Transform Your Spiritual Life
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5 Exercises to Do During the Weekend in Islamic Ways
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The Weekly Reset: How Monday and Thursday Fasting Optimizes Your Metabolism 🔄
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