United Muslims - Religious Dues

Zakat

Zakat, a cornerstone of Islam’s five pillars, represents an act of worship through ‘purification’. By donating a portion of your assets to the needy, you cleanse your wealth and earn Allah’s favour.

Sadaqa

Sadaqah embodies a voluntary, altruistic deed, open to all Muslims for the greater good. It involves giving willingly to aid others, with the reward being safeguarding against unforeseen events.

Sadaqa Jariyah

Sadaqah Jariyah represents an enduring benevolence, embodying a charitable contribution whose benefits persist long after the initial act itself, thus continuously imparting goodness across generations.

Aqiqah

Aqiqah, deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, celebrates a newborn’s entrance into the world through a sacrificial offering of livestock. This act symbolizes profound gratitude to the Divine, marking the joyous occasion of welcoming the child into the Muslim community.

Fidya

Fidya is a religious compensation mandated in Islam for individuals who are unable to fast during the holy month of Ramadan due to valid health reasons. This practice involves feeding the poor or needy as a meaningful way to fulfil their spiritual obligation.

Kaffarah

Kaffarah represents a prescribed Islamic expiation for certain transgressions or deliberate omissions in fulfilling religious duties, requiring specific acts of charity, fasting, or feeding the poor to sincerely atone for these shortcomings or violations.

Waqf

Waqf represents a profound commitment in Islam to perpetual charity, a dedication not just of wealth, but of lasting benefit to the community. It’s a unique form of giving, where the original asset is preserved while its yields or benefits continue to support charitable acts indefinitely.

Lillah

Lillah is an Islamic term for charitable donations made solely for the sake of Allah, without seeking any reward or recognition. These contributions are directed towards supporting religious projects, aiding the needy, and reflect a selfless act of generosity.

Interest (Riba)

In Islamic finance, redirecting riba (interest) earnings to charity, without seeking spiritual reward, is advised to purify wealth. This issue addresses the prohibition of interest, emphasizing ethical disposal to benefit society, not personal gain.

Ramadan

Donating in Ramadan holds immense significance in Islam, amplifying rewards for generosity. Muslims worldwide are encouraged to give Zakat and Sadaqah, fostering a spirit of community, compassion, and purification of wealth during this sacred month of fasting.

Zakat al Fitr (Fitrana)

In Islam, charity is greatly valued for its positive effects on individuals and society. Zakat al Fitr, or Fitrana, is a mandatory charity distributed before Eid al Fitr, aimed at fostering ease, brotherhood, and unity among the less fortunate in the community during the sacred festival.