10 Reasons Why You Should Give Sadaqah Regularly by Mutohhir Abdulhamid Olanrewaju

In Islam, Sadaqah refers to a voluntary act of charity performed with the sole purpose of pleasing Allah (swt) and without expecting a substitute in return. In Arabic, the word ‘Sadaqah’ literally means ‘righteousness’ and stems from the root word ‘sidq’, which means sincerity; implying that Sadaqah is the sincerity of faith and a righteous behaviour that leads to a healthy and balanced society.

Prophet Muhammed (saw) was known to be ‘more generous than the blowing wind’. [Bukhari]. He (saw) would give all that he had to the poor and even let himself go hungry to feed someone in need. He (saw) had an impeccable character and there is wisdom and immense reward in following his exemplary behaviour.

The Quran and Sunnah repeatedly emphasise the importance of giving sadaqah regularly and Allah has promised many benefits to the person who does. Here are the reasons why you should be giving sadaqah on a regular basis.

1. Sadaqah will fulfil your needs

2. Sadaqah eases hardships and removes calamities

3. Sadaqah is an investment in this life and the hereafter 

4. Sadaqah removes sins

5. Sadaqah is one of the gates of Jannah

6. Sadaqah will be your shade on the Day of Judgement

7. Sadaqah purifies the Nafs

8. Sadaqah is a means of acceptance of dua


9. Sadaqah brings balance to society 

10. Sadaqah is a way to earn rewards after death. 

Always remember this verse of the Qur'an 

O you who believe! Spend out of what We have given you before the day comes in which there is no bargaining, neither any friendship nor intercession, and the unbelievers -- they are the unjust. ( Q2:254 )

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