BEGGING: A CURSE

Presented by: Zahid Ali Mughal

INTRODUCTION Origin

The origin of the word “beg” probably belongs to the Old English, bedecian, of

Germanic origin. It means to ask for favour, charity etc.

BEGGING: A CURSE

Begging as a profession Begging a thriving business

Begging: A Curse

Begging in Muslim Community

“Poverty is not by accident. Like slavery

and apartheid, it is manmade and can be

removed by the actions of human beings. “

BEGGING: A CURSE

The former president of South Africa and Nobel Prize winner for peace, Nelson Mandela, the late once said

TEACHINGS OF ISLAM Islam denounces begging System of Zakaat The Holy Prophet (PBUH) also said that

on the Day of Judgment, the beggar (professional) will not have flesh on his face.

BEGGING AND RELATED DILEMMAS Mafia groups Terrorism Worsening international image

There is an old maxim, ‘The

beggars are not choosers, but, in

fact, ground realities show,

‘The beggars are choosers.’

SUGGESTIONS

Role of Ullemas And Scholars Role of Media Strict laws and administration Maintenance of Zakaat system

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