What does Al-jaʾizaau mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Al-jaʾizaau (جائِزَةُ) in Islamic vocabulary.

Definition Al-jaʾizaau

Al-jaʾizaau according to Maqalid al-'Ulum (As-Suyuti)

Sign of the compensation.

Al-jaʾizaau according to Al-Qamus al-Fiqhi

The gift. Plural: jawa'iz. In the noble hadith: "Hospitality is three days, and its ja'iza (travel gift) is a day and a night, and whatever exceeds that is charity." Meaning: he gives him enough to suffice for a distance of a day and a night, which is the opinion of al-Azharî.

And according to Mâlik, he honors him, presents him with gifts, and takes care of him for a day and a night.

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