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Islam permits its believers to enjoy all the good things of life, whilst yet praying to God and observing Ramadan fast. But the prosperous Muslims have to render to society what belongs to society. In prayers, a Muslim recognizes his duty to God, but in Zakat he discharges his duty to society, especially to the poor and the needy. According to the Jewish custom a Jew had to pay tithe of his wealth i.e., 10% of his wealth either in cash or in kind. According to Zakat a Muslim has to pay 1% to 5% of his income for the poor and needy. This may be termed as the religious service tax for the poor.
Zakat is as important as the saying of five prayers every day. This giving is a religious obligation of the rich, and, at the same time is the claim of the poor on the rich. Most of the Arabs were shepherds, so they could pay their Zakat in terms of sheep and cattle. Apart from Zakat, especially during the period of Ramazan, Sadaqa was also an obligation for the Muslim. The difference between the two is that Zakat is religious obligation whereas Sadaqa is voluntary.
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Recently Updated Articles in Indian Religion
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| • | Lord Vishnu
Regarded as the Supreme Being and the preserver and sustainer of the creation among the holy Trinity, Lord Vishnu is worshipped in different forms.
| | | • | Lord Hanuman
Lord Hanuman, an iconic figure in Hindu mythology, is revered as the epitome of devotion, strength, and loyalty. He is the son of Anjana and is believed to be an avatar of the supreme Lord Shiva. As an ardent devotee of Lord Rama, he played a pivotal role in the epic Ramayana.
| | | • | Kalki Avatar
Kalki Avatar is prophesied in Hindu, Buddhist, and Sikh texts, is believed to be the final incarnation of Lord Vishnu, yet to come in the future. Kalki is envisioned as a divine figure who will appear during a time of great turmoil, restoring righteousness, and ushering in a new era of peace and harmony.
| | | • | Lokas
Lokas are realms can represent different dimensions, planets, or states of consciousness. They are home to various beings, including gods, humans, animals, and hellish entities, and serve as universes for karmic experiences and spiritual progression.
| | | • | Sindhi Community
Sindhis are a flamboyant Hindu community who are mainly into trading. They are one of the large ethnic communities living in Sindh province.
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