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Sadaqa is one of the most beloved acts to Allah. Simple to perform, it can take a thousand forms — a smile, a kind word, or a material donation. In this article, Amanah Farm explains what Sadaqa is, its virtues, its types, and how to offer a sheep sacrifice as Sadaqa for families in need.
What is Sadaqa in Islam?
The word Sadaqa comes from the Arabic root sidq (« sincerity »). It is a voluntary act of generosity performed solely for the pleasure of Allah, without expecting anything in return. It differs from Zakat (obligatory almsgiving) in its free and spontaneous nature.
« Every act of kindness is a Sadaqa. »
Reported by Al-Bukhari and Muslim
The virtues of Sadaqa
- 🌟 It multiplies rewards: Allah multiplies by 700 (or more) the reward of a sincere donation (Surah Al-Baqara, verse 261)
- 🛡️ It protects from trials: the Prophet ﷺ said that Sadaqa extinguishes Allah’s anger and wards off an evil death
- 💊 It heals: « Treat your sick with Sadaqa » (reported by At-Tabarani)
- ⚖️ It lightens the account on Judgment Day: it will be a shade for the believer on that day
- 🌊 It does not impoverish: « Sadaqa does not decrease wealth » (Muslim)
Types of Sadaqa
| TYPE | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE |
|---|---|---|
| Voluntary Sadaqa | Spontaneous material donation | Money, food, clothing |
| Sadaqa in action | Service rendered to others | Helping someone, smiling |
| Sadaqa in words | Kind words | Advice, moral support |
| Sadaqa Jariya | Ongoing charity whose reward continues after death | Well, mosque, useful book |
| Sadaqa by sacrifice | Animal sacrifice distributed to the poor | Sheep slaughtered in your name |
Sadaqa by sheep sacrifice: how does it work?
One of the noblest forms of Sadaqa is the sacrifice of a sheep whose meat is entirely distributed to poor families. It is both a spiritual and solidary act, in line with the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.
- Place your order online at amanah-farm.org, indicating your name or the beneficiary’s name
- We select a races élevées en Algérie sheep from our farm in Algeria, healthy and compliant with ritual criteria
- The sacrifice is performed in your name, manually, according to halal rules
- The meat is given to Kafil El Yatim who handles distribution, and you receive a confirmation video via WhatsApp
🐑 Order your Sadaqa now → amanah-farm.org/produit/sadaqa/