Tzedakah means "justice" or "righteousness". It is an important term in Judaism that expresses the concept of charity and cooperation and represents a religious and ethical obligations. Tzedakah includes not only financial aid, but also all kinds of good deeds and aid given on the basis of justice and mercy.
Basic Elements of Tzedakah:
Obligation: In Judaism, tzedakah is viewed as a religious obligation, and not a voluntary act. Jewish scriptures and rabbinic writings emphasize the necessity of giving tzedakah to ensure social justice.
Mercy and Justice: Tzedakah is not just about helping the poor; It also aims to ensure justice in society by meeting everyone's basic needs. Tzedakah is the obligation to show mercy to everyone and promote social justice.
Various Forms: Tzedakah is not limited to just giving financial aid. Assistance provided in the form of time, information, advice, support and other forms is also considered within the scope of tzedakah. Providing permanent solutions, such as helping someone find a job or teaching them to fish rather than giving them a fish, is also considered tzedakah.
