According to Islamic jurisprudence, feeding sixty needy people, or *Iṭ'ām Sittīna Miskīnan*, is a significant act of *kaffarah* (expiation) prescribed in the Quran. It serves as a penance for specific transgressions, most notably *zihar* (a pre-Islamic form of divorce) as mentioned in Surah Al-Mujadila (58:4), and also for intentionally breaking a fast during Ramadan. This act of charity is the third in a hierarchy of atonements, resorted to when an individual is unable to free a slave or fast for sixty consecutive days. The wisdom behind this practice is multifaceted: it provides a means for sincere repentance, upholds the sanctity of Islamic obligations, and fosters social solidarity by ensuring the sustenance of the most vulnerable members of the community. The specific amount and type of food are detailed in the various schools of Islamic law, with contemporary options often including the monetary equivalent to facilitate distribution.