Islamic teachings on the virtues and principles of charity

In Islamic teachings, charity (sedekah) is presented as a practice that benefits the giver as much as the receiver. According to Ustaz Abu Ya'la Kurnaedi, Lc, during a lecture in Jakarta, wealth given in the way of Allah serves as a spiritual provision for the donor. A key principle emphasized is the quality of the donation; based on Al-Baqarah verse 267, Muslims are instructed to give from the good things they have earned and not to select inferior items that they themselves would be unwilling to accept.

Furthermore, religious scholars such as Imam Ibnul Qayyim and Sheikh Muhammad bin Shalih Al-Utsaimin highlight that charity can serve as a means of seeking protection from calamities and misfortunes. While various traditions, including those cited from At-Thabrani, suggest that charity can ward off various types of disasters and illnesses, scholars emphasize that ultimate protection remains within the power of Allah. Charity is not limited to monetary gifts but includes beneficial speech, reconciling disputing parties, and removing obstacles from paths.