Sadaqah

Muslims are also encouraged to give Sadaqah, voluntary charity, throughout the year. Unlike Zakah, this is not a fixed compulsory payment. It can include giving time or practical help as well as money.

Two important practices are zakah, compulsory charitable giving for Muslims who meet its conditions, and sadaqah, voluntary charity. These turn concern for others into practical support. Giving to people in need helps address inequalities in their circumstances; it does not imply that poorer people have less dignity than wealthier people.