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
The Power of Sadaqah: 7 Benefits of Giving Sadaqah
Allah loves those who do good, “And do good, for Allah certainly loves the good-doers” (Qur’an 2: 195), and giving sadaqah is part of it.
Is Waqf Mentioned in the Quran?
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Do Muslims Pay Zakat only in Ramadan?
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Community Support through Sadaqah: Strengthening Economies in Crisis
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5 Sadaqah Ramadan Campaigns You Can Donate to This Ramadan
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Types of Sadaqah
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5 Hunger Related Campaigns You Can Donate to This World Food Day
Food is one of the necessities of humans. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs categorised it under physiological needs, the most essential of our needs. Our body
Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
Analyzing Zakat In The Quran
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Social Cohesion Through Zakat
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What Are the Types of Zakat You Can Pay in Islam (Part 1)
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The Differences between Zakat Al Mal and Zakat Al Fitr
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Ramadan: The Most Favourite Month
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Giving Items Instead of Cash for Zakat
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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
7 Powerful Du’as From the Quran
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The Pursuit of Knowledge in Islam: Why Education is a Sacred Duty
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Seeking Peace: Duas to Recite for Protection and Tranquility
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The Deeper Implications of Ethics in Islam
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Five Pillars of Islamic Religion
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Jumu’ah: The Virtues and Rituals of the Blessed Day
Jumu’ah, or Friday, holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims around the world. This day is filled with blessings, rituals, and a sense