What is the Difference Between Zakat and Sadaqah?

The article explains the fundamental differences between Zakat and Sadaqah in Islamic teachings, emphasizing that while Zakat is a mandatory form of charity—calculated as a fixed percentage of a Muslim’s wealth and aimed at purifying one's assets through redistribution to designated recipients—Sadaqah is a voluntary act of giving that can be expressed in various forms, from monetary donations to simple acts of kindness. It delves into the purposes, calculations, and recipients of Zakat, contrasting these with the flexible, non-compulsory nature of Sadaqah, and highlights modern methods like donation kiosks and mobile apps that facilitate both types of giving, especially during spiritually significant times like Ramadan.