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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books Mikyalul Makarim Fee Fawaaid ad-Duaa Lil Qai’m vol. 2 35: Helping Imam (aj) With One’s Property It is the duty of a believer that he must set apart a share of his wealth and property in the service of Imam (aj). He should continue this every year. This is obligatory for all whether, rich or poor, whether lowly or exalted, woman or man. There is no difference with regard to social status. However, each has to contribute depending upon his capability.
As Allah says: لَا يُكَلِّفُ اللَّهُ نَفْسًا إِلَّا وُسْعَهَا Allah does not impose upon any soul a duty but to the extent of its ability. (Qur’an, Surah Baqarah 2:286) And He says: لَا يُكَلِّفُ اللَّهُ نَفْسًا إِلَّا مَا آتَاهَا Allah does not lay on any soul a burden except to the extent to which He has granted it.
(Qur’an, Surah Talaq 65:7) Traditions have mentioned the dedication of a part of our wealth to Imam az-Zaman (aj) but there is no fixed amount for it because apparently it is a highly recommended act and the Holy Imams (as) have likened it to a compulsory duty. As mentioned in Al-Kafi, Imam Sadiq (as) said, “There is no better deed than earmarking a few Dirhams for Imam (as). The Almighty Allah makes this Dirham equal to Mt.