Sadaqah Jariyah

The Power of Sadaqah Jariyah

“When a son of Adam dies, then his good deeds stop except for three: a Sadaqah Jariyah (continuous charity), a beneficial knowledge, or a righteous child who prays for him.” – Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Sadaqah Jariyah is charity that continues to benefit people long-term and continues to earn the giver rewards, even after death. When you give Sadaqah Jariyah, it will support a project of lasting benefit that communities will enjoy and appreciate for generations to come, including:

• Developing a clean water system
• Building or equipping a health clinic
• Building a school
• Establishing farms
• Helping widows start small businesses

In the Qur’an, Allah (SWT) tells us the reward of spending in charity is like “a grain of corn which grows seven ears, and each ear has a hundred grains” (2:261). Water projects are a true example of how one act of charity keeps multiplying, bringing more and more benefit and reward. When a community has water, families can grow food, hospitals can treat patients safely, healthy children are able to attend school – the list goes on!