Generosity in Islam is a spiritual treasure
which our Creator – Allah – has placed as a light in the life of the believers.
It is not only a moral quality; it is an obligation which forms an integral
part of faith. In the Holy Qur’an, Allah says concerning the Holy Prophet
Muhammad (pbuh): “And indeed, you (Muhammad) are
of a great moral character.” (Al-Qalam 68: 5).
This verse clearly shows that the Holy Prophet (pbuh) was a perfect model of nobility, kindness and generosity. In a Hadith reported by Tirmidhi, he recommended people to always show beautiful qualities and good behaviour; and he himself embodied this in his daily life.