Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic year, which is a very blessed, holy and spiritual growth for Muslims. It is the month in which the Holy Quran was revealed and every hour of it brings the message of mercy, forgiveness and salvation from hell. This month is not just about fasting, but also about piety, patience, perseverance and increasing good deeds.
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The virtues of Ramadan
The virtues of Ramadan can be gauged from the fact that Allah Almighty has multiplied the rewards of worship in this month.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
This month is a month of good deeds for Muslims, in which the gates of mercy are opened, Satan is imprisoned and the gates of Paradise are opened.
The wisdom and blessings of fasting
Fasting is not only a means of physical but also spiritual purification. Fasting makes a person feel hungry and thirsty, which instills a sense of patience and gratitude in him. Apart from this, fasting has the following benefits:
Attainment of piety:
Fasting makes us feel close to Allah and trains us to avoid evil.
Patience and perseverance:
Fasting teaches a person to endure difficulties and be patient and forbearing.
Opportunity to feel for the poor:
Fasting makes us feel hungry and thirsty and we can understand the suffering of the poor.
Health benefits:
According to scientific research, fasting improves physical health and regulates metabolism.
Taraweeh and Quran recitation
Another special worship in Ramadan is Taraweeh, which is performed during the nights of Ramadan. In Taraweeh, the Quran is recited, which is a special act of Ramadan. The Quran itself and that is why its recitation in this month has great importance.
The Virtues of the Night of Power
The Night of Power, which is better than a thousand months, occurs in the last ten days of Ramadan. It is the night in which countless blessings from Allah Almighty are revealed and supplications are accepted.
As Allah Almighty says in the Quran:
The Importance of Charity and Zakat
Another special aspect of Ramadan is the payment of charity and zakat. The virtue of giving charity increases many times during this month.
This is why Muslims increase their payment of zakat and alms during this month so that they can achieve maximum good deeds.
The Message of Ramadan
The real purpose of Ramadan is not just to fast, but to bring about positive changes in our lives, to avoid evil and increase good deeds. Ramadan teaches us the lessons of sacrifice, brotherhood, patience and perseverance. This month teaches us to improve our deeds and prioritize the pleasure of Allah in every aspect of life.
This is a Month of Attaining Piety and Righteousness
Allah says in the Quran:
Fasting is prescribed for you, as it was prescribed for those before you, so that you may attain taqwa (piety and mindfulness of Allah)” [Surah-al-Baqarah:183]
Conclusion
Ramadan is not just a month, but it is an opportunity for spiritual training in which we should reflect on our mistakes, improve ourselves and gain closeness to Allah. This month teaches us to excel in good deeds, come closer to Allah and help others. May Allah bless us all with the blessings of Ramadan and help us to perform its worships and May you be able to fully benefit from the blessings. Amen!
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