Zakat al-Mal is an act of worship and one of the five pillars of Islam. It is a way for Muslims to give a portion of their wealth to people who are eligible to receive Zakat.
Sadaqah refers to voluntary charitable acts performed by Muslims out of compassion, love, friendship, or generosity. The term stems from the Arabic root word “Sidq,” which means sincerity, indicating that these acts are performed genuinely to please God, without seeking any material reward or recognition.
Sadaqah Jariyah embodies the Islamic principle of providing charity that yields ongoing benefits and blessings. Derived from the Arabic word “Jariyah,” meaning “to flow,” this form of charity creates a stream of continuous aid and reward.
At Humanity-Increased, we are inspired by the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who performed Aqiqah for his beloved grandsons, Imam al-Hasan and Imam al-Husain (peace be upon them). Aqiqah, the practice of sacrificing livestock upon the birth of a child, serves as a gesture of thanks and a means to share joy and blessings with others, especially those in need.