understanding waqf
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Understanding the Different Types and Restrictions of Waqf Property
Classifying Waqf Property While the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did not establish a formal classification system for waqf during his lifetime. However, the various schools of fiqh classified it later differently. This article will explore two main categories: beneficiaries (al-mawquf ‘alaihim) and the endowed property itself (al-mauquf). By Beneficiaries (al-Mawquf ‘Alaihim) Under this category, waqf can be divided into three types:…
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Creating a Waqf: Essential Conditions You Need to Know
In Arabic, the terms ‘waqf’ (plural ‘awqaf’) and ‘habs’ (plural ‘ahbas’) are verbal nouns and infinitives. Both words signify ‘to stop, to prevent, to restrain,’ a concept known as ‘al-habs wa al-man.’ However, while the English translation of ‘waqf’ is often understood as a religious endowment, it may not fully capture the depth of devotion and grace associated with the…
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