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Zakah: The Financial Pillar of Islam – Session 2

A continuation session exploring the practical and spiritual dimensions of Zakah, deepening understanding of its role in personal and social transformation.

TRANSFORMATIONAL Al-Iman Amānah
TRANSFORMATIONAL Inspire

Building on the foundations introduced in the first session, Zakah: The Financial Pillar of Islam – Session 2 continues the exploration of one of Islam’s core pillars, focusing on its deeper implications and practical application in contemporary life.

As part of the Al-Iman Amānah initiative, this session invites participants to move beyond basic understanding and engage more critically with the role of Zakah as a system of purification, social justice, and economic balance.

Led by Dr. Osman Umarji, the session will examine how Zakah functions not only as an obligation, but as a transformative act that shapes individual character and strengthens community well-being.

Participants will gain clarity on key concepts, reflect on real-world applications, and develop a more meaningful connection to this essential pillar of Islam.

Key Themes
  • Revisiting the purpose and philosophy of Zakah
  • Practical considerations in calculating and distributing Zakah
  • Zakah as a tool for social justice and community development
  • The spiritual dimension of giving and purification
  • Strengthening financial responsibility through faith
Learning Experience

This session combines structured teaching with reflective engagement, offering participants a space to deepen understanding and connect knowledge with practice.

Click here to watch the first session of Zakah:The Financial Pillar of Islam on YouTube.

Event Date

Event Date

May 22, 2026

Event Time

Event Time

12:30 PM - 02:00 PM

Category

Target Audience

Men / Women

Language

Language

English

Location

Location

Auditorium, Minaretein

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Event Speaker

Dr. Osman Umarji is the director of Global Data Studies at Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and a senior consultant to Qatar Foundation. He has a BSc in Electrical Engineering, a master's and PhD in Educational Psychology from the University of California, Irvine, and has studied Islamic Law at Al-Azhar University. Dr. Umarji's research focuses on contemporary issues facing Muslims globally, with an emphasis on Muslim youth development.

Dr. Osman Umarji

Director of Global Muslim Studies at Yaqeen Institute