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Islamic Charitable Giving: Quranic Basis, Objectives, Zakat, Sadaqah (Wajibah, Nafilah, Jariyah), Waqf and Qard al-Hasan, with an Overview of UK-Based Islamic Charities

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Importance of charity in Islam

In Islam, charity is understood as an intimate offering shared between the giver, Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala (SWT) — Allah, the Most Glorified, the Most High — and the person who benefits from the goodwill. It is not a means to seek applause from people; therefore, giving quietly is deemed the most excellent way to give, as discretion preserves sincerity. In certain circumstances, offering support publicly is preferred so that it may motivate others to follow the example and multiply goodness. Charity in Islam is far more weighty and purposeful than a straightforward cash donation. The idea of charity holds a deeper resonance and, consequently, is not confined to material worth; it may appear in many forms within daily conduct. A person’s conduct can itself be a charitable deed when it prompts him to do good from his character.

Giving sincere advice to others
Offering practical help where needed
Visiting and caring for the sick
Praying for others
Speaking kindly to people
Sharing food with others
Showing kindness to animals
Spreading knowledge

Even a simple smile given to another counts as Sadaqah, a voluntary charitable act recognised in Islam...

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Shafaq Sadiq

Wedlake Bell

Shafaq Sadiq is a Tax and Trust Manager within the private client practice at Wedlake Bell LLP. Shafaq deals with a wide range of onshore and offshore trust compliance matters. She is also involved with trust formation and reorganisations. Shafaq work covers income tax, capital gains and inheritance tax matters for both UK and non-UK domiciled individuals. Shafaq is passionate about traditional Islamic disciplines and their practical application. Shafaq has a special interest in Sharia compliant succession planning....

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