Question: what are the differences between zakat and sadaqah?
Answer: Difference from zakat Zakat is a required minimum contribution by Muslims in terms of money and property or goods that can help the muslims who mostly need assistance, while Sadaqah can be in forms of money, deeds, property or salutations. The term 'sadaqah' was used in Qur'an and Sunnah for both zakat and charity.