Discussing Quran 2:215 - The Virtue of Spending in the Path of Goodness
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In this discussion, we explore Quran 2:215, which highlights the importance of spending in the path of goodness. The verse provides guidance on how believers should allocate their resources for charitable purposes. It encourages spending on various deserving categories, such as parents, relatives, orphans, the destitute, and travelers, emphasizing that all good deeds are known and appreciated by God.
"They ask you about what they should spend. Tell them: 'Whatever you spend is for your parents, kinsfolk, the orphan, the destitute, and the traveler. And [rest assured] whatever good you do [will never go waste] because God is fully aware of it.'" (Quran 2:215)
Explanation
This verse addresses the question of how believers should allocate their wealth for charitable purposes. It presents a comprehensive list of deserving categories for spending, encompassing both immediate family and broader society.
Spending on parents and relatives reflects the importance of maint…