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
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
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.
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
Give Sadaqah This Eid al-Adha via These 7 Online Charity Platforms
In Arabic, the word ‘sadaqah’ (charity) is derived from the root word ‘sidq’, which means sincerity. It implies that giving sadaqah is a sign of
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
Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
Analyzing Zakat In The Quran
The word zakat is mentioned in the Quran 30 times, with 27 of them associated with prayers in the same verse. In one place, zakat
The Importance of Zakat: How It Transforms Communities
Zakat, a fundamental aspect of Islamic faith, plays a crucial role in fostering community welfare and promoting social equity. This article delves into the historical
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
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!
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
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
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
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
The Murshid at Your Door: Why Home Tutors are Essential for Holistic Islamic Education
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The Deeper Implications of Ethics in Islam
In Islam, ethics is in alignment with Shariah, which is Islam’s system for social and legal conduct. To put it simply, in this Islamic system,
3 Powerful Quran Surahs to Recite for Peace and Blessings
The Quran is a source of comfort and guidance for Muslims around the world. Among its many chapters, three Surahs stand out for their special
Journey of Faith: Life of Salman al-Farisi
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Jumu’ah: Why Friday is the Most Blessed Day in Islam
Friday, known as Jumu’ah in Arabic, is considered the most blessed day in Islam. It holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims worldwide.