Sadaqah Jariyah | Muslim Hands UK

Give Sadaqah Jariyah

Leave a legacy of good on behalf of yourself or a loved one

When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three: Sadaqah Jariyah (a continuous charity), or knowledge from which benefit is gained, or a righteous child who prays for him.

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What is Sadaqah Jariyah

It is ongoing charity that provides long-term benefits to others. It is the ultimate form of giving, creating a stream of reward that continues long after we have gone. 

How it differs from regular Sadaqah

Sadaqah may help someone immediately, such as giving a meal, providing clothing. But a Sadaqah Jariyah goes beyong the immediate need, providing benefit that continues over time, long after the initial donation.

Why Give Sadaqah Jariyah

On the authority of Abu Hurairah (ra) that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: