The Islamic charity pillar drew converts into Muslim communities

Evidence

Islam’s undeniable philanthropic spirit pulled Linda, a third-generation New Zealander, into the faith and community. Charity (zakat) is one of Islam’s foundational pillars, and reading the Prophet Muhammad’s declarations about the spiritual obligation to meet the needs of the hungry and underprivileged, regardless of faith, were compelling calls to action for Linda. — Khaled A. Beydoun, The New Crusades_ Islamophobia and the…, 1001