The Impact of Sadaqah On Society
Do you know that zakat, or sometimes, it’s known as ‘charity’, is the Third Pillar of Islam, a major teaching in the religion? Being charitable
Sadaqah
Give charity without delay,
for it stands in the way of calamity.
Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 589
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
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
Do Muslims Pay Zakat only in Ramadan?
Hooray! Ramadan is here, and its hard to contain our excitement! Muslims around the world have begun preparing for Ramadan, starting from the awesome Ramadan
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
Crowdfunding: The future of Islamic social finance?
The role of Islamic social finance assumes great significance, especially in countries with high poverty levels among Muslims. The main objective of Islamic philanthropy such
5 Sadaqah Ramadan Campaigns You Can Donate to This Ramadan
Did you know that you can double up your sadaqah Ramadan and fasting rewards by offering food to another fasting person when they break their
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 (
Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
Types of Sadaqah
What is Sadaqah and How Different it is from Zakat? The word Sadaqah is derived from the Arabic word Sadq (truth). All actions of righteousness
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
Zakat Made Easy: A Practical Guide for Singaporeans & Malaysians
This mini guide was extracted from a very, very small portion of our special ebook called “Zakat Made Easy”. The A-Z of Zakat, made easy!
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.
What Are the Types of Zakat You Can Pay in Islam (Part 1)
Derived from the definitions purify and increase, In Islam Zakat is an obligatory charity that Muslims must pay every year. As one of the five
Do Muslims Pay Zakat only in Ramadan?
Hooray! Ramadan is here, and its hard to contain our excitement! Muslims around the world have begun preparing for Ramadan, starting from the awesome Ramadan
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
5 Exercises to Do During the Weekend in Islamic Ways
Introduction For many people, weekends are seen as an escape — a time to sleep in, eat out, and indulge in leisure activities. While rest
The Role of Islamic Education in Shaping Future Generations
Islamic education is vital in molding the minds and hearts of future generations. It blends religious teachings with socio-cultural values, addressing societal challenges and fostering
Journey of Faith: Life of Salman al-Farisi
Salman al-Farisi is perhaps most famously known for his ingenious plan during the Battle of Khandaq to outsmart the 10,000 strong army of disbelievers by
Spiritual Benefits of Reciting Surah Al-Kahf Every Thursday Night
Reciting Surah Al-Kahf every Thursday night is a cherished practice in Islam. This Surah, found in the 18th chapter of the Quran, offers numerous spiritual
Focusing on the power of repentance in Islam
The Quran urges Muslims to repent of their misdeeds. Repentance in Islam is seen as a crucial component of the religion. Whom among us is
Our Pick of 5 Great Books for a Deeper Understanding of Islam
Note: The selection of these books in Islam was made by our author and is not indicative of the views of the GlobalSadaqah team. Islam