Sadaqah Jariyah
The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said in an authentic hadith: ‘When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three: Sadaqa Jariyah, beneficial knowledge, and a righteous child who prays for him’.
What is Sadaqah Jariyah?
The sadaqa jariya meaning is refers to any form of charity in which the benefit continues indefinitely, such as building a mosque, digging a well, or other similar acts.
It is like a flowing river that never stops, with the rewards of this charity continuing both during the donor’s lifetime and after their death. This is why Muslims love to give sadaqa jariyah on behalf of their parents, for the deceased, or even for themselves.
Waqf as a Sadaqa Jariyah
One form of charity in Islam that is considered sadaqa jariyah is waqf. It involves dedicating certain funds or assets, such as land, for the benefit of people without reclaiming them.
Narrated by Ibn Umar, may Allah be pleased with him: Umar acquired some land in Khaybar, and he came to the Prophet, peace be upon him, seeking his advice. Umar said, ‘O Messenger of Allah, I have acquired some land in Khaybar, and I have never acquired any wealth that is dearer to me than it.
Should I give it away in charity?’ The Prophet replied, ‘If you wish, you may keep its original value and give its fruits in charity.’ Umar then gave it in charity, stating that it cannot be sold, inherited, or given as a gift.
He gave it as charity to the poor, relatives, slaves, in the cause of Allah, to travelers, and to guests. The one who administers it may eat from it fairly and feed an unaccompanied friend without compensation.’ (Muttafaqun Alayh, agreed upon by Bukhari and Muslim)
Sadaqa Jariyah at the International Waqf Fund
Considering the immense reward of sadaqa jariyah in this life and the hereafter, as well as the significant impact it has on people’s lives, the International Waqf Fund accepts donations of any amount as sadaqa jariyah.
Donations are collected for investment in favor of the poor in a secure and Sharia-compliant system, with the proceeds used to finance projects that provide continuous benefits to those in need. A portion of the returns is reinvested, ensuring the continuity and lasting impact of your donation.
Over the years, your perpetual charity contributions have improved the living conditions, health, and education of many underprivileged individuals in Yemen, Palestine, and Bosnia. Clean water has been provided in Bangladesh, Chad, Niger, Mali, Sudan, and other areas. Thanks to your donations, dozens of poor individuals have regained their sight, and educational conditions have been enhanced in numerous schools worldwide. Additionally, vocational training projects have been established to provide income for vulnerable families, along with emergency relief projects after disasters.
Sadaqah Jariyah
In Arabic, Sadaqah Jariyah comes from the word sidq which means truth and power. Therefore, it is a form of charity given in demonstration of one’s commitment and belief in Allah. In addition to representing the ‘truth’ element. Accordingly, the ‘Power’ comes from the lasting effect that the charity provides through its ongoing benefits.
You can donate any amount of money to Sadaqah Jariyah. We will invest it as we invest a Waqf share. meaning the return on investment can continue to fund vital projects such as wells, hospitals, and schools, year on year. You can see the 2021 annual report to see the impact of profits from Sadaqah Jariyah investments.
On the authority of Abu Hurairah (RA) that the Messenger of Allah (SAW) said, ‘When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three: either Sadaqah Jariyah (a continuous charity), knowledge from which benefit is gained, or a righteous child who prays for him’. (Sahih Muslim).
