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Is he who intended to do good deeds rewarded for his intention, even if he was unable to complete them due to compelling circumstances? What is the ruling on his asceticism in the future for fear of a recurrence of the circumstances? Is there a specific percentage that must be given from the money of the doer of good deeds for charitable acts?

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The Islamic legal texts indicate the virtue of intending good deeds and resolving to do them, and that whoever intends good and resolves upon it is rewarded according to their intention. So, whoever intended a good deed but did not do it, a full good deed is written for them, and if they did it, its rewards are multiplied. And whoever resolved to obey Allah, a full good deed is written for them. Likewise, whoever was not blessed by Allah with wealth and knowledge, but sincerely intended that if they had wealth, they would perform the deeds of the righteous, then their reward is the same. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, emphasized that there were people in Medina who did not participate in the expedition due to an excuse, but they were with the mujahideen in reward due to their sincere intention.

Spending on one's wife and children is a religious obligation and among the greatest acts of charity in reward. If it is easy for a man, it is better for him not to stop doing good deeds and giving charity, because it is a source of blessing, and to be moderate in his spending on himself and his family, without stinginess or extravagance.

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