Bab-ul-Ilm

A Good Word Is Charity

Chapter 7 — Charity, Kindness and Helping Others

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۷.۱۱ اچھی بات کہنا صدقہ ہے

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Said by: The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Reference: Wasail al-Shia (Shaykh al-Hurr al-Amili) — [reference — to be verified]

Arabic:

الْكَلِمَةُ الطَّيِّبَةُ صَدَقَةٌ

English Translation:

A good word is charity.

Explanation: Kind and encouraging words cost nothing, but they can lift a heavy heart. Speaking gently, saying something hopeful, or giving good advice are all counted as charity.

💡 Remember:

Kind and encouraging words cost nothing, but they can lift a heavy heart.