One of the most respective concerns in Islam is
the Holy Month of Ramadan
(Arabic; رمضان), in
which The Qur’an was reveled and Majority Muslims fast in this admiration.
Muslims value the importance of Ramadan, by showing their deepest concern and
deference during this Month. Fasting is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
Muslims fast from daylight hours from dawn to sunset and spent majority of
their time in worship and praying to ALLAH 'Subhana Wa Ta'ala.
Fasting reflects the spiritual and eternal
devotion one has, for his/her Lord. The purpose of fasting is not about
abstaining from eating and drinking anything, it is an expression of diverting
your heart and soul from all evil or dreadful acts. Ramadan leads to purify
one’s souls, mind and heart from every harmful activities and impurities that
deceases one’s Faith (Iman).
Live your Life like every day in Ramadan and the Akhirah will become your Eid!
Iman (Arabic: الإيمان) defines the believer's faith on his/her Lord and to all
aspects of Islam. It denotes the signifance of ALLAH 'Subhana Wa Ta'ala’s with respect His blessings, attributes and
heavenly showered and unseen forgiveness. Considering this, Ramadan is also
said to be the Month of Patience. As stated & I quote: “The fast of Ramadan, which is the
month of patience, and the fast of three days of each month, clean all evils in
the heart.” (Musnad, 5:363)
Although a Muslim is well aware of the Islamic
beliefs, rituals and teachings, Ramadan is a profound reminder for all Muslims.
It teaches us about patience, self-control, sacrifice, respect, generosity and faith.
Fasting is not the matter of choice, it is compulsory for Muslims when they
reach puberty. But of course, one may leave them, if facing any serious
illness, disability or disease. We can contemplate the worth of Ramadan,
considering its blessings by a Qur’an Verse: “When
the month of Ramadan starts, the gates of the heaven are opened and the gates
of Hell are closed and the devils are chained.” [Sahih Bukhari Volume 3, Book
31, Number 123]
Laylat al-Qadr (Arabic: لیلة القدر), is another auspicious principle during Ramadan. It is said to
be "the night of power" or 'the night of decree". Qur’an was
reveled in this night. On this night, Muslims pray for ALLAH 'Subhana Wa Ta'ala’s mercy and forgiveness. Recitation
of Holy Qur’an is done keenly. The Prophet Muhammad (sal Allahu alaihi wa alehi
wsallam) said: “He who prays
on Laylat al-Qadr in faith and expectation of its reward will be forgiven his
previous sins.” [Sahih
Bukhari]
While summing up the Islamic chronicles on
Ramadan, I got the chance to discover the benefits of fasting along with the importance
of Dates. Though dates are good for one’s health and diet, research has now
scientifically proved that dates are full of carbohydrates, fibers, sugar,
magnesium, and potassium. Dates maintain a nutritious balance by retaining many
health problems, physical fitness and weight.
Ending up by adding, Ramadan is a month of blessings to enrich our own souls. We should be thankful to our Lord, for selecting us in millions, to gain spiritual nourishment for our heart, mind & soul once more.
The Prophet (sallallähu alaihi wasallam)
said, "Indeed, anyone who fasts for one day for Allah's Pleasure, Allah
will keep his face away from the (Hell) fire for (a distance covered by a
journey of) seventy years." [Bukhari Book: 52 No: 93]
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