When something becomes rampant in society and goes unchecked, it becomes acceptable to the extent of assuming a legal status. That is exactly what “beggary” has turned to in our society.
Thanks to the author who felt the urgent need to transcribe the beautiful lecture delivered on the topic of “begging”.
During his speech, the lecturer made references from the Quran and Sunnah and used anecdotes that will change the negative notion held by many about Islam and begging being synonymous.
Having established the nexus between beggary and an individual’s honour, the lecture outlined its root causes in our society and the factors that sustain it.
The shreds of Shari’ah evidence that speak negatively about beggary are enough to change the mindset of those that engage in it. This, I believe, will help many to understand the limits set by the Shari’ah (Islamic legal rulings) on the subject matter. It will also equip the innocent charity giver to be circumspect.
The lecture concluded on a good note by suggesting some practical and all-encompassing solutions on how to curb the menace of beggary. I derived so much pleasure going through the transcript and I hope that you will also find it beneficial. I urge you to read it and pass the message to others.
Arc Abu Jabir Abdullah Musa Abdul (PenAbdul) Abuja
Name of Book: The Menace of Beggary: Its Causes and Solutions
Name of Author: Hanafi Abdulkadri
Genre: Nonfiction
Year of Publication: 2022
Book Pages: 70
Award: Nil
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