Begin with charity.
Return with gratitude.
A journey is a moment to remember Allah, care for others and give with a sincere intention. Offer Sadaqa before you travel and again when you return.
A small act.
A sincere intention.
It is mustahab (recommended) to give charity from your wealth to at least seven people in need before travelling and after returning. This is given seeking Allah’s protection and safety on the journey.
People in need
The journey guidance shared by our mosque recommends giving to at least seven needy people.
Give with sincerity
Choose an amount within your means and give for the pleasure of Allah.
Before & after
Begin your journey with charity, then return to giving as an expression of gratitude.
“Indeed charity extinguishes the Lord’s anger and it protects against the evil death.”Jami‘ at-Tirmidhi · 664
Make your journey
a moment of giving.
Choose Sadaqa or Lillah and enter your amount here. You will continue directly to secure Stripe Checkout in the same tab, then return to Suleymaniye afterwards.
Travelling with family? You may also give on behalf of a loved one, including someone who has passed away. An optional name field is available at checkout.
Gift Aid is available for eligible UK taxpayers, at no extra cost. Your receipt / invoice is sent by email; please check your address carefully and look in your junk folder too.
Consider Nafilah Qurbani.
Nafilah Qurbani is a voluntary sacrifice offered for the pleasure of Allah. You may choose it as an additional act of devotion before a journey or as an expression of gratitude on your return.
Draw closer to Allah
Turn your intention into a voluntary act of worship and generosity.
Share the blessing of food
A sacrifice offered as charity can bring the benefit of meat to people in need.
Express your gratitude
Give thanks through an act that benefits others as well as yourself.
Discover the Nafilah option and the mosque’s Qurbani arrangements on our Qurbani page.
A little more guidance
Is there a fixed amount?
There is no fixed amount for this voluntary donation. Give what you can with sincerity. The online card accepts one-off donations from £1.
Should I give before travelling or after returning?
The guidance is to give before setting out and after returning. Before travelling, give seeking Allah’s protection; afterwards, give as an expression of gratitude.
What is the difference between Sadaqa and Lillah?
Sadaqa is voluntary charity. Lillah means “for the sake of Allah” and is also voluntary giving, including support for charitable work. Select the option that reflects your intention.
How do I follow the guidance about seven people?
The guidance refers to giving charity to at least seven people in need. If you would like help arranging a particular distribution, please contact the mosque before donating.
Can I give on behalf of someone else?
Yes. If you wish, enter their name in the optional “Donation on behalf of” field at checkout. The donor’s own name and Gift Aid details remain separate.
Guidance & sources
Journey guidance supplied by Suleymaniye Mosque; further reading:
Journey Sadaqa guidance ↗Nafilah Qurbani guidance ↗Need help with your intention or arrangements?
The mosque team can guide you before you donate or arrange a voluntary Qurbani.
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