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Zakat: Purifying Wealth and Supporting the Community

Zakat is the practice of giving a fixed portion of one’s wealth to those in need. It is both an act of worship and a means to cleanse one’s wealth.

What It Involves

  • Obligatory Charity:
    Muslims who meet certain financial criteria are required to give a portion (usually 2.5%) of their savings to help the less fortunate.
  • Social Responsibility:
    Zakat serves as a tool for social justice, reducing economic inequality and supporting community welfare. The Qur’an emphasizes:

    “And establish prayer and give zakah…”
    Qur’an 2:110

Why It Matters

By redistributing wealth, Zakat not only purifies the giver’s earnings but also fosters solidarity and compassion within the community, ensuring that everyone benefits from society’s prosperity.

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