We all know the value and importance of memorizing the Quran. Abu al-Qasim reported: Abu Umamah, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “Recite the Quran and do not be deceived by depending on the written copies. Verily, Allah will never punish a heart that has memorized the Quran.” — Musannaf Ibn Abi Shaybah: 34044 … Read more
In the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day and perform Taraweeh prayer at night. Some people differ from others on Taraweeh 8 or 20 Rakat, but no one underestimates its importance and virtues. A number of Hadiths on the importance and virtue of Taraweeh have been written in Sihah Sitta or Kutub al-Sittah. … Read more
Since you abstain from all kind of foods and drinks all day long in Ramadan, you should be more careful of what you eat in Suhoor and Iftar. If you don’t, your foods may make the fasting troublesome for you and can cause sickness. As far as I know, South Asian countries Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi … Read more
You have been given an opportunity of a lifetime. A business operates twenty-four hours a day. The owner wishes to take a holiday and has requested you to run the business for one month. The arrangement is that for every second that you will personally manage the business, you will get paid twenty bucks. If … Read more
What is the true spirit of Ramadan? How should people commence their preparations for Ramadan? Some businesses prepare themselves by stocking up for the bumper sales as people do their “Ramadan shopping” or “‘Eid shopping.” Housewives begin stocking their freezers in advance with the “Ramadan savories.” When Ramadan arrives, in some quarters people will “welcome” this … Read more
Ramadan is the most iconic month of the year to Muslims. Like the other months of the Gregorian Calendar this June with few days from the prior month supposed to have the same appeal. According to the Islamic calendar, Ramadan starts from 27th May, and the Islamic calendar itself depends on the sighting of the … Read more
Ramadan, the most merciful month, in which the Holy Quran was sent down for the well-being of Ummah. In Ramadan, fasting is the one of the major obligatory practice along with nightly Salah. All over the world, people observe fasting with perfection and devotion to achieve piety and righteousness. What is Ramadan Fasting? Fasting is … Read more
How to prepare for Ramadan is a simple query people ask prior to this majestic month. So I came up with the ultimate Ramadan preparation checklist for you. Ramadan, the most important Islamic month, appears with the bounty of fortune and lifetime opportunities for Muslims. Muslims all over the world wait eagerly to maximize the … Read more
Ramadan is the most crucial time for a Muslim. How? The word “curse” itself evokes an unpleasant feeling. How much more terrible it would be if that curse is invoked by the greatest angel of Allah the Almighty? Surely any true Believer would do everything in his capacity to avoid becoming a target of that … Read more
Can one ever imagine what is the reward of fasting in Ramadan? Impossible! It is beyond human comprehension. Allah’s declaration has been narrated by Rasulullah (ﷺ) in the words: “Fasting is for Me and I will (personally) give its reward.” -Saheeh Bukhaari; 7492. How then can anybody ever comprehend the magnitude of the rewards for … Read more