Islamic Charitable Practices

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What is Sedekah (Shadaqah)?

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Sedekah is a voluntary giving from a Muslim to others without time or amount restrictions, aimed solely at seeking the pleasure of Allah SWT.

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What is the legal status of Sedekah?

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Sunnah muakkad (highly recommended).

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What is the purpose of Sedekah?

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To help the poor and seek rewards in the afterlife.

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Who is Sedekah generally given to?

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Generally given to those in need (less fortunate).

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What does Hibah mean?

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Hibah means a gift or giving.

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What is Hibah in Islamic terms?

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Hibah is the giving of one's property to another during one's lifetime without any compensation.

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What is the legal status of Hibah?

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Mubah (permissible), but can become Sunnah if intended to strengthen relationships.

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What are the conditions for giving Hibah?

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The giver (Wahib) must be of sound mind and act voluntarily; the recipient (Mauhub lahu) must be clearly identified.

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What must be true about the property given as Hibah?

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The property must be fully owned by the giver.

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What is a Hadiah?

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A Hadiah is a gift given to someone as a form of respect, appreciation, or due to a specific achievement.