Charity is one of the most noble human acts that reflects the spirit of giving and altruism in humans. It is not just providing material assistance to those in need, but rather an embodiment of the values of mercy and social solidarity as a whole.
Charity takes many forms, including money, food, or clothing, and some are represented in the effort or time spent helping others.
Charity is also considered a means of achieving balance and justice in society, as it helps reduce the gap between the poor and the rich and contributes to building cohesive and interconnected societies.
In addition, charity carries with it many benefits, not only for those in need who receive assistance, but also for those who give charity, who feel satisfied and happy within themselves, as charity goes beyond material limits to affect souls and enhance moral values by giving people an incentive to do good deeds and give.
Given the importance of charity in enhancing social cohesion, Ensany Global seeks to encourage individuals and urge them to do good by giving charity to the poor within charitable campaigns that it organizes continuously, calling on everyone to be a positive force in society and contribute effectively to changing the lives of others for the better.
Charity in Islam
First, we will know the concept of charity
Charity in language: is what is given to the poor and the like of money, food or clothing in order to draw closer to God Almighty.
Charity in terminology: is the gift that seeks reward from God Almighty.
It is from God Almighty's mercy to His servants that He has made for them multiple doors to draw closer to Him, including charity, as it raises its owner to the highest ranks, and by giving it, he attains the pleasure and reward of God Almighty.
The Holy Quran also urged charity and the Sunnah of the Prophet emphasized it for its great reward.
God Almighty said: (But as for him who gives and fears God and believes in the best - We will ease him toward ease).
The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said: Charity extinguishes the wrath of the Lord and repels an evil death.
Charity in Islam is one of the greatest acts of worship and the most sublime deeds that Muslims are urged to perform. It expresses generosity, altruism, and helping the needy. It is also considered a means of purifying money and the soul and achieving social solidarity in society. It is not limited to money only, but includes all types of giving such as food, clothing, advice, and even smiling at others is also considered charity.
Charity in Islam is not just a material act, but rather a human act that shows generosity and altruism, and aims to enhance the spirit of cooperation and assistance among members of society, to make the world a more just and fair place.
The virtues of charity and its great benefits
Charity has countless benefits that benefit the giver, the needy, and all members of society. We will mention some of its benefits:
Purifying the soul and money:
- Charity purifies the soul from stinginess and miserliness and purifies money, as God Almighty said: (Take from their wealth a charity by which you purify them and cause them to grow).
Increasing blessings and livelihood:
- Charity is considered a reason for increasing blessings in money and livelihood, as God compensates those who give charity with what is better, as stated in the hadith: No wealth is diminished by charity.
Erasing sins and transgressions:
- Charity works to expiate sins and transgressions, as the Prophet ﷺ said: Charity extinguishes sin as water extinguishes fire.
Strengthening social ties:
- Charity contributes to strengthening social ties by supporting the weak and needy groups, which enhances social cohesion and unity among members of society.
Charity is thus considered one of the acts that have great positive effects on the individual and society, as it expresses generosity and contributes to building a compassionate and supportive society.
What is the difference between regular charity and ongoing charity?
Charity is a means of strengthening faith and strengthening the relationship with God, as charity is considered a type of worship that brings a Muslim closer to his Lord and also contributes to achieving economic balance in society by helping the poor and needy and improving their living conditions. There are many types of charity, including the following two types:
Ongoing charity: is charity that continues to benefit for a long time, such as building mosques, digging wells, and printing religious books, which continue to benefit people even after the death of the donor.
Regular charity: is cash or in-kind donations given to the needy to help them meet their daily needs.
As we mentioned, there are other types of charity as well, including voluntary charity, knowledge charity, and even a smile is one of the types of charity for which the giver is rewarded.
Each type of charity has its own impact on individuals and society, and it is an opportunity for Muslims to get closer to God and achieve goodness in the Islamic nation.
The impact of charity on society
Charity has profound and positive effects on society in general through providing assistance and giving, as charity plays a prominent role in improving the living conditions of needy groups and enhancing social welfare.
When individuals donate and help, they contribute to strengthening solidarity among individuals and building a cohesive society because charity enhances the spirit of cooperation and participation among people. This shared spirit strengthens social ties and contributes to a sense of belonging and understanding among members of society.
Charity also contributes to improving the psychological health of individuals, as charitable givers feel satisfied and happy when providing assistance to others, which helps relieve stress and anxiety, and this reflects the impact of charity on society as a whole.
Finally, charity is an effective tool in spreading human values such as generosity and solidarity, which enhances morality and mercy within society. This positive change brought about by charity contributes to building a more cohesive and stable society. Charity stimulates economic growth by supporting projects and initiatives that create job opportunities and push the economy forward.
The role of charitable institutions in encouraging charity
Charitable institutions play a fundamental role in motivating people to give charity through a set of effective methods such as charitable activities and donation campaigns.
These institutions begin by introducing individuals to the importance of charity through awareness programs and workshops, which helps them understand the value of giving and charity.
They also provide easy and safe donation channels, such as electronic platforms, which facilitate the donation process and encourage participation and charity.
Charitable institutions enhance trust through transparency and highlighting the impact of donations, which reassures donors that their money is being used effectively. They also organize campaigns and events to collect charity, which increases awareness and encourages continuous giving.
Ensnay Global dedicates its efforts in cooperation with generous donors to organizing donation campaigns and various charitable activities from time to time, in which it urges members of society to give charity and invites individuals to participate and join to enhance the spirit of cooperation and solidarity in society.
You can join us in Ensany Global and give charity to support the poor and needy.
Your donations help make a positive difference and improve the lives of many.