Abdul Muqit Chowdhury :
The core of Islam is its humanitarian aspect. Ramzan, though ‘Haqqullah,’ directly related with the Creator, is, at the same time, a ‘Haqqul Ibad’ directed for the welfare of the people. Islam proclaims the ‘right’ of the poor and
destitute in the wealth of the wealthy. Islamic economic system aims at establishing balanced welfare society eradicating all inequity and disparity. For this, proper circulation of wealth and equitable distribution is a necessity and it can ensure a friendly society of justice and harmony.
Until such a government administrative economic system is evolved and introduced, the wealthy people has the special obligation to serve the people through charitable activities. The month of Ramzan is the best period for this. According to the Holy Quran wealth is ‘ the property of Allah’ and these should be given ‘to them’ (the poor, needy and destitute).
The Holy Quran proclaims responsibility towards parents and orphans, those in need, kinsfolk, neighbours, and companions. Al Quran reveals : “….Treat with kindness/ Your parents and kindred,/And orphans and those in need ; /Speak fair to the people ;/Be steadfast in prayer ;/And practise regular charity….” (Sura Baqara 2 : 83, The Holy Quran : Translation and Commentary by A. Yusuf Ali)
Allama Yusuf Ali comments on “Speak fair to the people”. He says, “Speak fair to the people” not only means outward courtesy from the leaders to the meanest among the people, but the protection of the people from being exploited, deceived, defrauded or doped with things to lull their intelligence.”
“And be steadfast in prayer/And regular in charity :/And whatever good/Ye send forth for your souls/Before you, ye shall find it/With God : for God sees/Well all that ye do.” (Sura Baqara 2: 110, Do)
Rasulullah (Sm) gave special importance of the month of Ramzan for extending helping hands towards the poor and the needy. He said, “This is the month of helping and cooperating with the poor and the needy through which the livelihood of the believer increases.”
He used to make more charity in the month of Ramzan. “His charitable activities speedily blew more than the blowing wind”. (Bukhari Sharif)
Rasulullah (Sm) said, “While fasting, remember the hunger and thirst on the Day of Judgement, give alms to the poor and the needy.” The Holy Hadith continues and covers other humanitarian aspects : “Pay respect to your elders, have sympathy for your youngsters, and be kind towards your relatives and kinsmen.”
The reward for any virtuous deed in the Holy Ramzan is far greater than in other months. Charity in Ramzan has the same acceptance to Allah. The wealthy persons in the society may avail this golden opportunity by extending helping hands to the needy, distressed and have-nots.
The core of Islam is its humanitarian aspect. Ramzan, though ‘Haqqullah,’ directly related with the Creator, is, at the same time, a ‘Haqqul Ibad’ directed for the welfare of the people. Islam proclaims the ‘right’ of the poor and
destitute in the wealth of the wealthy. Islamic economic system aims at establishing balanced welfare society eradicating all inequity and disparity. For this, proper circulation of wealth and equitable distribution is a necessity and it can ensure a friendly society of justice and harmony.
Until such a government administrative economic system is evolved and introduced, the wealthy people has the special obligation to serve the people through charitable activities. The month of Ramzan is the best period for this. According to the Holy Quran wealth is ‘ the property of Allah’ and these should be given ‘to them’ (the poor, needy and destitute).
The Holy Quran proclaims responsibility towards parents and orphans, those in need, kinsfolk, neighbours, and companions. Al Quran reveals : “….Treat with kindness/ Your parents and kindred,/And orphans and those in need ; /Speak fair to the people ;/Be steadfast in prayer ;/And practise regular charity….” (Sura Baqara 2 : 83, The Holy Quran : Translation and Commentary by A. Yusuf Ali)
Allama Yusuf Ali comments on “Speak fair to the people”. He says, “Speak fair to the people” not only means outward courtesy from the leaders to the meanest among the people, but the protection of the people from being exploited, deceived, defrauded or doped with things to lull their intelligence.”
“And be steadfast in prayer/And regular in charity :/And whatever good/Ye send forth for your souls/Before you, ye shall find it/With God : for God sees/Well all that ye do.” (Sura Baqara 2: 110, Do)
Rasulullah (Sm) gave special importance of the month of Ramzan for extending helping hands towards the poor and the needy. He said, “This is the month of helping and cooperating with the poor and the needy through which the livelihood of the believer increases.”
He used to make more charity in the month of Ramzan. “His charitable activities speedily blew more than the blowing wind”. (Bukhari Sharif)
Rasulullah (Sm) said, “While fasting, remember the hunger and thirst on the Day of Judgement, give alms to the poor and the needy.” The Holy Hadith continues and covers other humanitarian aspects : “Pay respect to your elders, have sympathy for your youngsters, and be kind towards your relatives and kinsmen.”
The reward for any virtuous deed in the Holy Ramzan is far greater than in other months. Charity in Ramzan has the same acceptance to Allah. The wealthy persons in the society may avail this golden opportunity by extending helping hands to the needy, distressed and have-nots.
