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!
Sadaqah
Give charity without delay,
for it stands in the way of calamity.
Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 589
5 Types of Sadaqah You Might Never Have Heard Of
Generally, we have heard of Sadaqah but do we know that Sadaqah can be categorised into Sadaqah Wajibah (compulsory), Sadaqah Jariah (sunah) and etc? In
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
Importance of Zakat in Islam
What is Zakat and Who are the Recipients? Zakat is one of the five fundamental concepts (also known as the 5 pillars) in Islam. This
Waqf al-Khairi & Waqf al-Dhurri
WALKING THROUGH WAQF – PART 3 Types of Waqf A waqf can be divided into two types which are waqf al-Khairi and waqf al-Dhurri. 1)
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
Is Waqf Mentioned in the Quran?
Don’t believe it? Yes, it’s true! There is no direct mentioned of waqf in the Quran. Instead, waqf which refers to a religious endowment i.e.
Islam and Charity
“Never will you attain the good [reward] until you spend [in the way of Allah ] from that which you love. And whatever you spend
Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
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
The Impact of Zakat in Muslim Society
Zakat is an obligatory form of charity that all eligible Muslims pay as required by the Shariah. If you’re a Muslim and you have a
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.
Giving Items Instead of Cash for Zakat
If you’re a Muslim, you probably know about Zakat, one of the five pillars of Islam. You may have even given Zakat previously if you’re
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
5 Things You Should Know About Zakat Al-Fitr
What is Zakat Al-Fitr? Apart from being known as Sadaqah Al-Fitr, more importantly it is known as the type of Zakat that has to be
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
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
Understanding Istiqamah
People say consistency is key but what does it mean to be consistent? Contrary to popular belief, consistency is not merely about doing the same
The Pursuit of Knowledge in Islam: Why Education is a Sacred Duty
In Islam, seeking knowledge is not just encouraged but considered a sacred duty. Both the Qur’an and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) place a
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,
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
As Muharram Ends: Lessons and Reflections for the Year Ahead
As the month of Muharram comes to a close, it’s a good time to think about the lessons and reflections we can carry with us