Pathway to Paradise — Page 121
121 is not involved in any kind of worldly business. Its activities depend solely on the donations of its members. This concept of sacrifice was introduced by the Promised Messiah himself. Every program of the Jamaat, including Muslim Television Ahmadiyya, con struction of mosques, publishing of Islamic literature, is funded by the financial sacrifices of Ahmadi Muslims. Each time the Khalifatul Masih has announced a new scheme, men, women, and children have rushed forward with donations of money, jewelry, and o ther possessions so that they may be blessed by Allah. VARIOUS CATEGORIES OF DONATIONS Contributions made to the Jamaat by its members are called chanda and fall into different categories. Some chandas are compulsory and some are voluntary. Some chandas have a fixed rate, and some have no limit; it is up to the donor to give what he can. The giving of voluntary chanda is the source of great blessings, but there is no compulsion in giving. Those members who are facing financial hardship may give compulsory chandas at a reduced rate but only after obtaining the permission of Hazrat Khalifatul Masih. The following lists the compulsory chandas of which the major voluntary ones are: Zakaat, Fitrana, Chan da Aam, Wassiyat, Jalsa Salana, Tahrike Jadid, Waqfe Jadid, Auxiliary Organization Membership, Sadqa, Eid Fund, and Publications. A brief explanation and significance of these donations is given below: