PERGAS Launches PERLU Endowment Fund
“Ulama” scholars are the inheritors of the Prophets and Messengers of Allah. With that appreciation in mind, the Singapore Islamic Scholars and Religious Teachers Association
Sadaqah
Give charity without delay,
for it stands in the way of calamity.
Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 589
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
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
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 (
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
Zakat
Giving Zakat is more beloved to Allah than giving in charity during the entire year
Sahih Bukhari
Is It Better To Pay Zakat Online?
“And establish prayer and give/pay zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah. Indeed, Allah of what
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
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
The Differences between Zakat Al Mal and Zakat Al Fitr
Let us explore the difference between Zakat Al mal and Zakat Al Fitr. To begin, let’s dive deep into the terminology itself. We have learned that
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
How to Calculate Zakat in Islam?
Giving out zakat is an obligation for all eligible Muslims. But admittedly, formulating how much you need to pay for your zakat can be confusing.
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
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
Embracing the Essence of Shahadah: 5 Key Activities to Strengthen Your Faith
The Shahada, the Islamic declaration of faith, is more than just words; it is the foundation of a Muslim’s belief and practice. Embracing the Shahada
Understanding Muharram: Special Duas and Observances for Muslims
Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a time of deep reflection and significant observances for Muslims around the world. It marks
10 Amazing Miracles in the Quran That Will Strengthen Your Faith
The Quran, Islam’s holy book, is filled with miracles that can strengthen one’s faith. These miracles, some of which align with modern scientific discoveries, show
The New Frontier: Why AI and Tafakkur Must Lead the Modern Religious Education School
The essence of Islamic learning has always been the pursuit of ‘Ilm (knowledge) and Hikmah (wisdom). Yet, for too long, religious studies have been trapped
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