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Almsgiving (Zakat)

Muslims give a small percentage of their annual savings as alms or charity, called zakat. Learn about what zakat is and how to calculate the amount.

Almsgiving - Zakat
Muslims give a small percentage of their annual savings as alms or charity, called zakat. Learn about what zakat is and how to calculate the amount.

What is Zakat?
Glossary definition of "zakat" (almsgiving).

What is Sadaqah?
Glossary definition of the word "sadaqah" (voluntary charitable giving).

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