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SPEND MONEY ON RELATIVES, ORPHANS AND THE NEEDY One aspect of the realization of faith is that the believer spends his money to help his relatives, orphans, travellers and the needy. T he Quran thus defines the qualities of the believers: “They give away their wealth to their relatives and to orphans and the very poor, and to travellers and those who ask [for charity], and to set slaves free.” (2:177) This verse shows in what ways the realization of faith finds expression in the family and in society. The Quran tells us that the believer starts helping needy relatives since he is closely connected with them. But when there are many kinds of complaints there can be no expectation that the relatives will be grateful to him. That is why Islam strenuously encourages assistance for needy relatives. Similarly, a believer loves to help orphans and the