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Charity lies at the heart of Islam, it is an act of worship, compassion, and gratitude to Allah. Through giving, Muslims express their faith, purify their wealth, and support those in need. Among the many forms of charity, two hold special importance, Sadaqah and Sadaqah Jariyah.
While both are voluntary and deeply rewarding, they differ in how their impact unfolds. Sadaqah provides immediate relief, helping someone in the moment of need, while Sadaqah Jariyah continues to benefit others long after it is given, offering ongoing reward even after one’s death.
Understanding the difference between these two forms of charity allows believers to give with greater purpose and intention, ensuring that every act of kindness continues to make a difference both in this life and the hereafter.
What Is Sadaqah?
| Whatever charities you give or vows you make are surely known to Allah. And the wrongdoers will have no helpers. (Al Baqarah 2:270) |
Sadaqah is a voluntary act of charity given purely for the sake of Allah. It reflects kindness, compassion, and sincerity, without any expectation of return or recognition. The word “Sadaqah” comes from sidq, meaning truth, showing that true charity comes from a truthful and sincere heart.
Sadaqah is not limited to money or material gifts. It can be as simple as a smile, offering a helping hand, speaking kind words, or sharing food with someone in need. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “Every act of goodness is charity.” (Sahih Muslim)
Through Sadaqah, believers purify their wealth, ease the suffering of others, and strengthen bonds within their communities. It provides immediate relief to those facing hunger, hardship, or distress, turning compassion into real action that benefits others in the moment they need it most.
Types of Sadaqah in Islam
Islam encourages many forms of Sadaqah, reminding believers that every act of kindness counts, whether big or small. Charity is not limited to wealth, it can be expressed through words, actions, and compassion.
Here are some of the main types of Sadaqah in Islam:
- Sadaqah (Voluntary Charity):
Any act of giving done sincerely for the sake of Allah, such as feeding the poor, helping someone in need, or offering emotional support.
- Sadaqah Jariyah (Continuous Charity):
A lasting act of goodness that continues to benefit others over time, such as building wells, supporting education, or funding healthcare.
- Sadaqah of Knowledge:
Sharing beneficial knowledge, teaching others, or spreading Islamic guidance that continues to benefit people.
- Sadaqah through Actions:
Smiling, offering help, removing harm from a path, or treating others with kindness are all acts of Sadaqah in daily life.
- Sadaqah through Prayer and Forgiveness:
Making dua for others, forgiving someone, or reconciling between people also holds the spirit of Sadaqah.
Each form of Sadaqah strengthens community bonds, spreads mercy, and draws believers closer to Allah’s pleasure. No act of charity is ever wasted in His sight.
What Is Sadaqah Jariyah?
Sadaqah Jariyah refers to continuous charity, an act of giving that keeps benefiting others long after it has been given. It is one of the most powerful forms of charity in Islam because its rewards continue to reach a person even after death.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “When a person dies, all their deeds end except three: ongoing charity (Sadaqah Jariyah), beneficial knowledge, or a righteous child who prays for them.” (Sahih Muslim)
Unlike regular Sadaqah, which provides immediate help, Sadaqah Jariyah creates a lasting impact. Examples include building a water well, supporting education, planting trees, or funding a medical project that continues to serve people over time.
Each time someone benefits from your act of giving, drinks clean water, learns from a book, or receives treatment, the giver continues to earn reward from Allah. Through Sadaqah Jariyah, a believer leaves behind a legacy of compassion that lives on for generations.
The Reward and Spiritual Value of Each
Both Sadaqah and Sadaqah Jariyah hold great value in Islam and are deeply beloved to Allah. Each reflects a believer’s sincerity, compassion, and desire to ease the suffering of others.
Sadaqah brings immediate reward. It helps those facing hunger, poverty, or hardship, and it purifies the giver’s heart and wealth. Even the smallest act, such as offering a smile or sharing a meal, earns reward and brings blessings in return.
Sadaqah Jariyah, on the other hand, continues to benefit both the giver and the receiver long after the initial act. Every drop of water from a well, every child who learns, and every patient who receives care adds to the ongoing reward of the one who made it possible.
Through both forms of giving, a believer strengthens their connection with Allah, spreads mercy within the community, and invests in goodness that extends beyond this world.
How Hope Welfare Trust Helps You Give Sadaqah Jariyah?
Hope Welfare Trust turns your generosity into a lasting impact by creating projects that continue to benefit people long after your donation is made. Each initiative is carefully designed to serve as a source of ongoing charity, ensuring your reward continues for years to come.
Through its Sadaqah Jariyah programmes, the Trust supports a wide range of sustainable projects across health, education, and community development. These include:
- Water for Life projects, building wells and hand pumps to provide clean drinking water.
- Healthcare initiatives, such as wheelchair distributions and medical aid for those with limited mobility.
- Education support, funding schools, books, and learning resources for underprivileged children.
- Community development projects help families rebuild their lives with dignity and self-reliance.
Every act of giving through Hope Welfare Trust becomes a form of Sadaqah Jariyah, a continuous charity that uplifts lives and earns reward from Allah even after one’s lifetime.
By supporting these projects, you are not only helping people in need but also building a legacy of compassion that endures.
Be Part of Ongoing Goodness
Across the world, countless people are waiting for a small act of kindness that can change their lives forever. Through Sadaqah Jariyah, your charity continues to help others long after it is given, earning you ongoing rewards from Allah.
Your support helps Hope Welfare Trust build lasting projects that provide clean water, education, healthcare, and mobility to those in need. Each donation contributes to wells, schools, medical aid, and community programmes that serve families for years to come.
Every contribution, no matter how small, becomes part of something bigger, a legacy of compassion that never fades. This is your opportunity to give charity that keeps on giving and to be part of meaningful change that benefits generations.
Donate today and start your Sadaqah Jariyah:
- Acc: Hope Welfare Trust
- Sort Code: 20 36 43
- Account No: 53891704
- Website: www.hopewelfaretrust.org
Your kindness can build wells, educate children, heal the sick, and continue to benefit you in this life and the next. Be part of ongoing goodness today.
FAQs
What is the main difference between Sadaqah and Sadaqah Jariyah?
Sadaqah offers immediate help and reward, such as feeding a hungry person or giving charity to someone in need. Sadaqah Jariyah continues to benefit others over time, such as building a water well or school, and earns ongoing reward even after one’s death.
Can Sadaqah Jariyah be given on behalf of someone who has passed away?
Yes, it can. Giving Sadaqah Jariyah on behalf of a deceased loved one is highly encouraged, as the reward continues to reach them. It is one of the best ways to honour and benefit those who have passed away.
Is Zakat the same as Sadaqah or Sadaqah Jariyah?
No, Zakat is an obligatory form of charity, one of the five pillars of Islam. Sadaqah and Sadaqah Jariyah are voluntary and given at any time for extra blessings and spiritual growth.
How long does Sadaqah Jariyah reward last?
The reward lasts as long as people continue to benefit from your charity. Each time someone drinks from a well, learns in a school, or uses something you helped build, you continue to earn a reward from Allah.
Can I give Sadaqah Jariyah monthly?
Yes, giving regularly is highly rewarding. Many people choose to donate monthly to ongoing projects like water wells, education, or healthcare, ensuring continuous impact and blessings.
What are the best forms of Sadaqah Jariyah in Islam?
The best Sadaqah Jariyah projects are those that provide long-term benefit, such as:
- Building a water well or masjid
- Supporting education and healthcare
- Providing wheelchairs or medical equipment
- Sponsoring orphans or students
Can building a school or a well be Sadaqah Jariyah?
Yes, both are excellent examples. When a school educates children or a well provides clean water, the giver continues to earn a reward as long as people benefit from them.
Is Sadaqah only money, or can it be actions too?
Sadaqah is not limited to money. Kindness, helping others, smiling, or removing harm from a path are all forms of Sadaqah. Islam teaches that every act of goodness counts as charity.
How does Sadaqah Jariyah benefit me after death?
Sadaqah Jariyah continues to earn you a reward even after your death. Each time your charity helps someone, Allah adds to your good deeds in the hereafter. It is a lasting source of mercy and forgiveness.
Where can I donate Sadaqah Jariyah in the UK?
You can give your Sadaqah Jariyah through Hope Welfare Trust, a UK-registered charity that delivers sustainable projects such as clean water wells, education, healthcare, and mobility aid across the world.
Visit www.hopewelfaretrust.org to start your ongoing charity today.
