Sadaqah is one of the best acts of charity that is greatly encouraged by Islam as it helps spread mercy and kindness among Muslims in the community. It is mostly encouraged during the month of Ramadan as its rewards are multiplied many times. In this article, we discuss the virtues of sadaqah, especially during Ramadan, […]
Planting Fruitful Tree Planting a fruitful tree is a Sadaqah Jariyah, as our prophet said: “If a Muslim plants a tree or sows seeds, and then a bird or a person or an animal eats from it, it is regarded as a charitable gift for him” -Al-Bukhari A tree can be planted for a […]
Benefits of Building a Mosque Masjids are as old as Islam, as they are the symbol of this religion and the heart of every Muslim community. Our beloved Muhammad SAW wanted to establish a worshiping place for all Muslims around the world. Therefore he helped build the first Masjid in Medina. The Reward for Building […]
Sponsoring an Orphan or Family Sadaqah Jariyah means “A continuous charity”. It is a long-term charity, and it is under the Islamic legal category of “Waqf”. It is one of the most rewarding Sadaqah. This Hadith shows us how much Sadaqah Jariyah is important: On the authority of Abu Hurairah (RA) that the Messenger of […]
Lillah Meaning Lillah is any form of charity given purely to please Allah (SWT). However, this charitable giving is provided entirely voluntarily and not like Zakat. “O you who believe, spend of the wealth We have bestowed upon you (in Allah’s way) before the Day comes when there shall be no buying and no selling; […]
Sadaqah Cures Illness and Prevents Death Sadaqah has many benefits in Islam. One of the benefits of Sadaqah is that it cures illness and prevents death. Once, our beloved Prophet said… “Treat your sick ones with charity.” (Saheeh al-Jaami). It is good to give Sadaqah when a loved one falls ill to help cure […]
Giving Sadaqah to Family Members It is permission to give Sadaqah to your poor relatives or family members unless you do not inherit from them. Giving zakah to relatives who are entitled to it is better than giving it to those who are not your relatives because giving charity to relatives is both charity and […]
Feeding the Poor Sharing food with any type of people is Sadaqah if you do it for the sake of Allah. Also, The Messenger of Allah (saw) said, “What you feed yourself is Sadaqah for you. What you feed your child is Sadaqah for you. What you feed your wife is Sadaqah is for you. […]
How to Give Sadaqah for Illness? The Prophet (saw) said, “Treat your sick ones with charity.” (Saheeh al-Jaami). It is good to give Sadaqah when a loved one falls ill to help cure disease and avert a sick fate. The Prophet (saw) also said that “Sadaqah appeases the Lord’s anger and averts an evil death.” […]