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Endowment, Charity and Service in Islam: From the Apex of Islamic Civilization
Paperback
ISBN13: 9789944831789
Publisher: Erkam World Dar Al Arqam
Published: Aug 1 2024
Pages: 282
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.59 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
Immerse yourself in the profound wisdom of Islamic philanthropy and service. Osman Nuri Topbas offers a comprehensive guide on the principles and practices of altruism, charity, and service in Islam. This insightful book explores the significance of endowments and the transformative power of zakāt and infāq, providing a deep understanding of their roles in both personal and societal contexts.
Discover the rich history and cultural roots of Islamic charitable giving, and gain practical wisdom on how to embody the values of compassion, mercy, and sincerity in everyday life. From the essential duties of zakāt to the ethics of service, Topbas presents a roadmap for impactful and heartfelt giving.
Engage with Islamic teachings and spiritual guidance that emphasize the importance of serving humanity for the sake of Allah. Learn to cultivate a heart filled with love for Allah, His Messenger, and all of creation, and understand the profound impact of genuine, selfless service.
This book is a call to action-a reminder to revive the spirit of charity and service in a world challenged by division and materialism. Whether you seek to deepen your understanding of Islamic principles or strive to be an agent of positive change, this book empowers you to embrace your role as a compassionate and generous individual.
Join the journey towards a more harmonious and compassionate society. Embrace the transformative power of charity and service, and fulfill your duty as a trustee of wealth, spreading mercy and kindness in every corner of the world.
Table of Contents
Chapter One: CIVILIZATION OF ENDOWMENTS
1. OUR CIVILIZATION OF ENDOWMENTS
Chapter Two: CHARITY AND ITS METHODS
2. ZAKĀT AND INFAQ
2.1 Zakāt (Almsgiving)
2.1.1 Individual and social wisdom of zakāt
2.1.2 The tragic end for those who neglect the duties of zakāt
2.1.3 Zakāt on Agricultural Produces: 'Ushr (Tithe)
2.2 Infāq
2.2.1 Its nature
2.2.2 Manners of infāq
2.3 Zakāt from legal perspective
2.3.1 Prerequisites of obligation of zakāt
2.3.2 Types and limits of wealth subject to zakāt
2.3.3 Recipients of zakāt
2.3.4 Categories to which zakāt cannot be given
2.3.5 'Ushr (Tithe)
2.4 An interview about endowment, zakāt, and infāq
2.5 Wealth is a trust
Chapter Three: SERVICE AND ITS MANNERS
3. SERVICE FOR THE SAKE OF ALLAH
3.1 Islam is revival of humanity
3.2 The Method of Spiritual Guidance and Mercy in Serving Humanity
3.3 Gentleness and compassion in service
3.4 Manners and rules of conduct in serving creation
3.4.1 To realize the importance of service
3.4.2 To adorn the heart with spiritual qualities
3.4.2.1 Heart's constantly being with Allah the Almighty
3.4.2.2 Heart's being filled with love for Allah and His Messenger
3.4.2.3 Heart's being filled with love for Muslim brothers and sisters
3.4.2.4 Heart's being filled with love for creation for the sake of The Creator
3.4.3 To maintain sincerity and istiqāmah...or uprightness
3.4.4 To be compassionate, merciful and forgiving
3.4.5 To act with consultation
3.4.6 To know the characteristics of the person to be served
3.4.7 To maintain moderation
3.4.8 To give primacy to Qur'anic education
3.4.9 Improving oneself scholarly and ethically
3.4.10 To attribute the mistakes to one's own self and success to Allah the Almighty
3.4.11 To try to be a role model
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