During the days of British rule in India, a number of Englishmen had their residences in an area in the district of Saharanpur. Their businesses were in the area nearby and many Muslims were employed by them. The English owners would usually reside in the major cities like Delhi, Calcutta, etc. Occasionally, they would visit their businesses to ensure that all was well.
On one occasion, a fire broke out in the residential district, destroying many homes. One of the Muslim workers quickly ran off to Delhi to inform his employer of the calamity. He explained what had transpired. The Englishman was in the process of writing and displayed no concern at all. The worker then raised his voice and explained that all the homes has been raised to the ground. The Englishman was still unconcerned and casually responded that his house would not have burnt down. He then continued writing. On the third occasion the employee screamed, "All the homes have been devastated."
The Englishman replied, "I discharge Zakah according to the teachings of Islam. Therefore, my possessions will never be afflicted by any harm."
The employee returned, having fulfilled his responsibility of warning his employer. On arrival, he noticed that all the houses had burnt down except the house of his employer.[Jawahir Pare, vol 1, p156; Ap Beti English, vol 6, p89]
The discharge of Zakah not only draws divine rewards but protects ones possessions from harm. Even non-Muslims who act in accordance with the teachings of Islam derive worldly benefit therefrom.[Pearls from the Path]
This cannot be undone and I am sure it will be greatly appreciated.
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