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387 Whilst at hajj, I have come across a lot of people who beg on the streets.
They use all the same lines to entice people to give them money (e.g. we came for work and found nothing, lost our passport etc). They are capable of work but choose to beg as they earn more and it is easy money.

Are we sinful if we don’t give them money even though they ask in the name of Allah (S.W.T) and the Holy Prophet (S.A.W)?

Also if each time you come out of the hotel and start giving money to the beggars who stand outside waiting for you, you will be financially struggling yourself (as the money you take with you is also limited). What are you supposed to do in these circumstances?
This is a common question asked by the Hujjaj.

It is your own choice if you give money to these beggars. I would say that it is better to give them something (even though it is not money i.e. food, drink etc) if you are able as they are asking for the sake of Allah (S.W.T) and the Holy Prophet (S.A.W). Allah (S.W.T) will reward you more blessing because you are giving for Allah (S.W.T)’s sake. Those people that beg for easy money will have greater punishment. Allah (S.W.T) is all-Knowing, most Merciful.
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