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Zakat is the 4th pillar of Islamic faith.
As one of the pillars of Islam, zakat is a form of obligatory charity that has the potential to ease the suffering of millions. Zakat is calculated on annual savings and 2.5% of which is given in charity.
“And establish prayer and give zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah.” (2:110, Qur’an)
With the literal meaning of the word being ‘to cleanse,’ Muslims believe that paying zakat purifies, increases and blesses the remainder of their wealth.
Zakat is also a spiritual connection to one’s maker – to purify your wealth for the will of Allah is to acknowledge that everything we own belongs to Him, and it is for Him that we strive to end poverty and help our brothers and sisters.
Zakat is paid to deserving people so that there is equitable distribution of wealth in the society. Ideally, a Muslim society should be free from poverty and Zakat helps us to achieve this target.
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A noble thought Sadje. Charity to the deserving, is always virtuous.
Congratulations on completing the challenge. Enjoyed reading all your musings and thoughts here!
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Thank you so much Radhika! I appreciate your constant support
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Thank you for sharing and let us learn more =D
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You’re welcome Lolsy!
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Probably should have been letting*
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It’s the same sentiment 💖
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What a beautiful thought to end the challenge. I guess I am the only one remaining to post my Z post.
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Thanks Swati!
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Wow.. Thanks for information. Congratulations for completing 30 days challenge. ✨❤🌼
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Thanks a lot Komaljeet.
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Such a fitting ending to your month long journey. Charity to the needy is the noblest deed. It was wonderful to read your thoughts, your personal experiences and share your smiles. Congratulations on completing the challenge. ❤️
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Thank you so much Punam. I’m very appreciative of you support
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It seems like a nice tradition.
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It is very nice. Thanks Jim.
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Very informative !
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Thanks
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When one gives to those I need, one lends to the Creator.
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Oh yes, exactly! These are the exact words used in Quran
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Amen!
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tithe
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No, not too support any religious organizations but given directly to people that we know are deserving in the community
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A wonderful way to give back, and to contribute to uplifting the community. Thank you for sharing, Sadje.
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Thanks Jeff. It gives me great pleasure to share our Islamic traditions.
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You’re welcome, Sadje. It’s an equal pleasure for me to learn from you about them.
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True !! Zakat is a source of purifying our wealth❤
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And if we all did it correctly, it would demolish the difference between haves and have nots. Thanks
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Indeed!! You’re welcome
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I love this. Thanks for teaching me something new. What a wonderful gesture.
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Thanks a lot my friend.
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Lovely Sadje. We are all different and yet so similar.
In my religion tzedakah is an important part of our beliefs.
“Tzedakah refers to the religious obligation to do what is right and just, which Judaism emphasizes as an important part of living a spiritual life. In practice, most Jews carry out tzedakah by donating a portion of their income to charitable institutions, or to needy people they may encounter.”
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Thanks a lot Lauren for sharing this lovely tradition. All religions that worship God have the same basic principles!
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‘ Qazi’ chacha was our neighbour and friend of grandpa, I learned a lot about Islam from him. I miss him when you post such things..❤️
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Thanks Jane. Seems you had a nice neighbor and friend. Not every person is a good practicing Muslim so if you meet one you can learn good values from them. Thanks
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You are welcome, dear Sadje! I played with him and went for a walk.🙂
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That’s lovely. Thanks
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Most welcome, dear Sadje ❤️
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That’s an interesting concept Sadje, very noble 😊
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Thanks Deb! If done right, it can change the society.
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A lovely way to help others. Many faiths have tithing. Some memberships include tithing to certain charities that are connected to them. Several jobs ago my husband worked for a company that ‘required’ a donation to a certain charity but match empolyee contributions.
I like to do anonymous donations. Our area severa stores have a ’round-up’ your purchase amount and that ‘change’ goes to the charity the store is supporting. Also giving of ones time is also valualbe. 🙂
For example volunteer firefighters have to do countless hours of training before they can even go on calls to help those in need.
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Giving one’s time is a wonderful way to help the society. Thanks Jules
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Love this post! Thank you for sharing about Zakat.
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Thanks a lot Sajjida.
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