“The Quran, the Hadith, the sayings of Hazrat Ali, and many scholarly sources make numerous references to the forms and purposes of philanthropy. Human dignity- restoring it, and sustaining it-is a central theme. Enabling individuals to recover and maintain their dignity as befitting their status as Allah’s greatest creation is one of the main reasons for charitable action. There is dignity in the individual’s ability to manage his or her destiny.”
– His Highness the Aga Khan
The Conference on Indigenous Philanthropy
Islamabad, Pakistan – October 16-17, 2000
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