"Fasting and Zakat"
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""Fasting and Zakat" is a concise and educational fiqh guide translated into Chinese, based on the rulings and verdicts of Sheikh Muhammad ibn Salih al-Othaymin, and published by the Cooperative Office for Call and Guidance in Rabwah, Riyadh. The book aims to provide a simplified and comprehensive explanation of two essential pillars of Islam. It covers the textual evidence for fasting and Zakat, their spiritual and legal wisdoms, rules for those with valid excuses (such as the sick and travelers), invalidators of fasting, and the rulings of Taraweeh prayers, alongside detailing the eight eligible categories for Zakat distribution and the rules of Zakat al-Fitr, serving as an accessible reference to help Chinese-speaking Muslims perform these noble acts of worship correctly."
"Fasting and Zakat" serves as a comprehensive and accessible jurisprudential guide designed for Chinese speakers, drawn from the Islamic rulings and legal opinions of Sheikh Muhammad ibn Salih al-Othaymin, under the supervision of the Cooperative Office for Call and Guidance in Rabwah, Riyadh. Across its eight chapters, the book systematically explores two major pillars of Islam, beginning with an introduction to the significance of acts of worship, followed by the textual evidence for fasting from the Quran and Sunnah, as well as the spiritual and educational wisdom behind its obligation. It then addresses legal concessions for individuals with valid excuses, such as the sick and travelers, details the acts that invalidate the fast and covers the rulings concerning night prayers (Taraweeh) during Ramadan. Furthermore, the book examines the financial pillar of Islam by discussing Zakat, its economic and social benefits and the eight prescribed categories of recipients, concluding with the rulings, timing, and quantities of Zakat al-Fitr, thereby forming a complete scholarly and practical reference that empowers Chinese-speaking Muslims to understand their faith and fulfill their religious duties accurately according to the Quran and Sunnah.
Dawah and Guidance Association in Al-Rabwa
Publisher
The Dawah and Guidance Association in Al-Rabwa is a charitable Islamic dawah organization established in 1993, operating through the efforts of dedicated volunteers and the donations of benefactors. It was founded under the guidance of His Eminence Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Baz, former Grand Mufti of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (may Allah have mercy on him). The association focuses on spreading authentic Islamic teachings and raising awareness among diverse communities.
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Abu Abdallah Ahmad bin Abdallah Al-Sini
Translator
The translator and preacher Abu Abdallah Ahmad bin Abdallah Al-Sini is a prominent and active figure in the field of translating and propagating Islamic sciences in the Chinese language. He dedicates the majority of his scholarly efforts to facilitating the understanding of Islam, acts of worship, and daily supplications (Adhkar) for Chinese-speaking Muslims worldwide. His work is highly regarded for its religious and linguistic accuracy, a result of his close collaboration with leading global Islamic propagation platforms such as IslamHouse.com, as well as his continuous commitment to subjecting his translations to rigorous linguistic and scholarly review by prominent specialists and academics (such as the reviewer Li Chengxia). This ensures that Islamic concepts and meanings are presented in a precise, clear and easy-to-understand manner, helping Chinese readers reflect deeply on their faith and apply it in their daily lives.
