بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيمِ
الرَّحْمَـٰنِ
الرَّحِيمِ
الْمَلِكِ
الْقُدُّوسِ
السَّلَامِ
1446 - شَوَّال الْمُكَرَّم
الْمُؤْمِنِ
الْمُهَيْمِنِ
الْعَزِيزِ
الْجَبَّارُ
الْمُتَكَبِّرُ
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Dhuhr
02:00 PM
Asr
06:30 PM
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08:05 PM
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09:45 PM
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02:00 PM
Yawm Al-Sadaqah
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Yawm al-Sadaqah (Charity Day) is an observance encouraging charitable giving and highlighting the central role of charity in Islamic faith. While Islam prescribes regular charity through obligatory Zakat and encourages continuous voluntary giving, such designated days raise awareness about specific causes and mobilize community resources for those in need. The concept of charity (Sadaqah) in Islam extends far beyond monetary donations-the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught that "every good deed is charity" (Bukhari and Muslim), including a smile, removing harm from the road, guiding someone, and speaking kind words. The Quran repeatedly pairs prayer (Salah) with charity (Zakat), emphasizing that true faith manifests in caring for others: "Those who are faithful in their trusts and their covenant, and those who are steadfast in their testimonies, and those who carefully maintain their prayer-they will be honored in gardens" (70:32-35). Charity purifies wealth, protects from calamity, and earns immense reward, especially when given secretly: "If you disclose your charitable expenditures, they are good; but if you conceal them and give them to the poor, it is better for you" (2:271). Yawm al-Sadaqah encourages Muslims to assess their charitable giving, support worthy causes, and experience the spiritual joy of selflessness. It reminds believers that wealth is a trust from Allah, to be shared with those less fortunate.
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