5 Ways the Holy Month of Ramadan Can Beat Poverty
12 February 2024
The month of Holy Ramadan is blessed with fasting, giving and spiritual development. The World Population Review has cited that there are over 2 billion Muslims globally, that’s nearly 1 in 4 of the world’s population! The collective power of dua, during this time is immeasurable. In the name of Allah (SWT), mercy will pour down on us all, and this is the best time to make a true impact on life changes, for us personally but also for our fellow humankind in need.
Al-Ayn has made it its mission, not to just support the needy, but to stamp out poverty! So follow our step-by-step guide on how to give poverty the boot this majestic month.
- Dua it! Praying is powerful and talking to your Lord (SWT) with sincerity can make miracles. Let your heart guide your supplications, advocating on behalf of the vulnerable.
- Sharing: Actions speak louder than words. It’s time to translate empathy into tangible support. According to Imam Ali ibn Abu Talib (AS), if a poor man goes hungry, it’s because a rich person has denied him his share. So share your wealth and fulfil the rights of the needy and donate today.
- Charity: Whether through volunteering, donations, or leveraging your talents, every act of generosity counts. Your unique abilities, be it creating content or baking, can all be optimised to benefit those less fortunate. So join Al-Ayn’s multifaceted programmes that can transform your talents in beating poverty.
- Religious Dues: Fulfill your religious obligations by contributing to Zakat al-Fitra and Fidya and Kaffara. Al-Ayn holds a special ijaza of Khums directly approved by Al-Sayyid Al-Sistani, ensuring your religious duties support those in need.
- Education and Awareness: Utilise this blessed month of Ramadan’s spirit of compassion to raise awareness and educate your local religious centres about sustainable solutions to combat poverty.
On these magnanimous nights that fill our hearts with love, take action and be the force of change through Al-Ayn!
Join our cause of a better world for all.