Why Charity ?
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Have you ever thought that Why Charity ?
In Islam, charity is seen as an essential act of worship and obedience to Allah. The belief is that all wealth and resources belong to Allah, and that individuals have a moral responsibility to use their wealth to help those in need.
Giving charity is not only seen as a way to help the poor and needy, but also as a means of purifying one’s own wealth and actions. By giving to those in need,We Muslims believe that we are able to cleanse our wealth of any impurities and earn blessings from Allah. Additionally, charity is considered to be an act of worship and obedience to Allah, and is seen as a way to gain His favor and forgiveness.
Furthermore, charity promotes a sense of community and social responsibility among Muslims, and encourages individuals to be aware of the needs of those around them and to take an active role in addressing poverty and social injustice. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of gratitude and humility, as it reminds individuals that they have been blessed with wealth and resources that they should use to help others.
Food
"The best charity is that which is given to a relative who is secret about it." (Sahih Bukhari)
Cloth
"The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, 'He who gives clothes to a poor man in order to seek Allah's pleasure will be saved from the fire of Hell." (Tirmidhi)
Education
"The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, 'Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.' " (Tirmidhi)
Good health
"The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, 'He who visits a sick person will be rewarded by Allah with one Qirat (a large amount) of reward for each step he takes, and one Qirat will be written for him for each good word he says.' " (Tirmidhi)
Natural Desaster
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, 'When a disaster strikes a Muslim community, and they supplicate to Allah, their supplication is not rejected." (Tirmidhi)
