The Life & Character of the Seal of Prophets (sa) - Volume II — Page 580
Seal of the Prophets - Volume II 580 Walī: A guardian of the bride. See page 518 for more details. Walīmah: A wedding reception held by the husband when the marriage has been consumated. Zakāt: The fourth pillar in Islām known as obligatory almsgiving, which constitutes the social support system in Islām for the distribution of wealth. The poor and needy are provided for by the contributions of the rich and affluent. Literally means, ‘increase’ or ‘purification’.