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What is Zakat? A scholar of Islam explains

  • Written by Iqbal Akhtar, Associate Professor of Religious Studies, Florida International University
What is Zakat? A scholar of Islam explainsGiving a portion of one's wealth annually is part of the spiritual practice in Islam. gahsoon/E+ via Getty Images

Muslims see wealth as a gift and a divine dispensation. The Quran urges individuals to share their wealth and income with those of lesser means. Almsgiving is one of the five pillars of Islam – a fundamental practice within the...

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