[ INFAQ.SG ] 24 December 2021: Why Infaq?

Published: Thu, 12/23/21

19 JAMADILAWAL 1443H / 24 December 2021

”You will not attain true goodness until you give of what you love”(Ali Imran:92).

Infaq is understood as a term that is associated with donations, such as doing good in the name of Allah s.w.t. or for social affairs. This is a rewarding discipline in regards to income distribution, for the spiritual wellbeing of Muslims who practise Infaq.

One gives Infaq for the betterment of society, their family and to please Allah s.w.t. Infaq intends to cater to the needs which are not fulfilled through personal exchange and productive efforts. "And whatsoever you spend of anything in Allah’s cause, He will replace it" (Saba':39).

Allah s.w.t. commands this basic pious spending for His sake on all of human beings. Through Infaq, the redistribution of wealth contributes to the eradication of poverty in our communities. Infaq also provides numerous benefits and securities for the giver, as long as all conditions are met.

Social needs such as infrastructural development and establishment of public utilities are sort of Infaq. Economic development of lagging areas and internal and external security of the country are also included under this category of obligation of Infaq.

According to Islam, he is also liable to spend on the needy relatives especially parents provided he is solvent. Infaq on Ones guests in the form of hospitality and on needy neighbours is obligatory too.

It must never be forgotten that self-sacrifice performed with true sincerity is most valued in the sight of our Lord.

WAYS TO ASSIST MALAYSIA AMIDST THE FLOOD

Heavy rains that have lasted since Dec 17 have caused a series of floods and flash flood in several parts of Malaysia. As a result, The Malaysia’s Agensi Pengurusan Bencana has reported 33 districts in 8 states affected by floods with a total of 62,999 persons displaced in 430 evacuation centres. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network, this series of flood events is the worst flood event in Malaysia for 2021.

We've prepared a list below should you wish to contribute:

Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the organisations below.

Donate to Red Cross Response in Malaysia by Singapore Red Cross Society
https://www.giving.sg/singapore-red-cross-society/src-response-malaysiafloods
Emergency Flood Appeal for Malaysia by Global Ehsan Relief

https://www.global-ehsan-relief.org/global-emergency-response/
The Hope Branch Flood Relief

https://www.simplygiving.com/nonprofit/the-hope-branch
Donate to Rescue Efforts for Stranded Pets by SPCA Selangor (to include “Taman Muda Flood Relief” in remarks field)
https://www.spca.org.my/donation-form/

Keep reading to find out more and remember to continue

showing your support to our Infaq Campaigns!

For every cent means saving a precious life.

Updates

People Pray You Earn, Repainting & Renovation For Cambodia Mosques

[21-December-2021] We have completed our 1st renovation of Cambodia Mosques on 21-Dec 2021, Tuesday.

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APPEAL FOR EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES KIT FOR INDIA

Total No. Of Educational Supply Kit Sponsored: 22
Total No. Of Educational Supply Kit Distributed: 0

The low-income population lost their livelihood during the COVID-19 lockdown, pushing them even further into poverty. In light of these circumstances, the Tamilnadu government reopened schools on November 1, 2021. However, in the coastal areas, it may be delayed for another week due to heavy rain.

Unfortunately, in our Theni and Dindigul regions, 220 underprivileged children (whose parents have lost their jobs as a result of the COVID-19 lockdown) require educational assistance (School bags, note, books, guides and stationaries).

If you wish to contribute, below are the package:
i) Educational Supply Kit - $77