OFFERINGS.
The Arabic word nazr نظر is often used for an offering, but in its strict theological meaning it expresses a vow. Khairit pl. of Khair, is used for ordinary acts of charity. Sadiqah صدقةalso expresses the same meaning. Niyaz نياز is an offering to a saint. Zakat زكوة, the legal alms.
[For an account of these offerings refer to the words.]
The Arabic word nazr نظر is often used for an offering, but in its strict theological meaning it expresses a vow. Khairit pl. of Khair, is used for ordinary acts of charity. Sadiqah صدقةalso expresses the same meaning. Niyaz نياز is an offering to a saint. Zakat زكوة, the legal alms.
[For an account of these offerings refer to the words.]
Based on Hughes, Dictionary of Islam
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