Thedaily fast in Ramadan includes abstaining from all food and drink; not even a
sip of water is allowed from dawn to sunset before breaking the fast in a meal
known as iftar in Arabic. Those fasting are expected to also refrain from bad
deeds, such as gossiping, and increase good deeds.
Ramadanis the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and begins with the sighting
of the crescent moon.
Fastingis one of the five pillars of Islam, along with the profession of faith,
prayer, almsgiving and the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca.
Fastingis regarded as an act of worship to attain God-conscious piety and one of
submission to God. The devout see benefits such as practicing self-restraint,
cultivating gratitude, growing closer to God, and feeling empathy for the poor
and hungry.
Muslimstypically stream into mosques for congregational prayers and dedicate more time
for religious contemplation and the reading of the Quran, the Islamic holy book.
Charityis a hallmark of Ramadan. Among other ways of giving, many seek to provide
iftar for the needy, distributing Ramadan boxes filled with pantry staples,
handing out warm meals alongside such things as dates and juice or helping hold
free communal meals.
Muslimseat a predawn meal, called suhoor, to hydrate and nourish their bodies ahead of
the daily fast.
mesaharati, who roams neighborhoods, calling out to the faithful, sometimesby name, to awake them for the suhoor meal.
TaraweehPrayers
Muslimsperform Taraweeh prayers as special nightly prayers during the month of
Ramadan. They consider these prayers highly virtuous and perform them after the
obligatory Isha (night) prayer.
Theword “Taraweeh” derives from the Arabic word for “rest” or “relaxation,”
indicating the breaks taken between sets of prayers. Typically, believers
perform these prayers in congregation at mosques, with an Imam leading,
involving the recitation of long portions of the Quran.
Taraweehprayers offer believers an opportunity to engage in additional acts of worship
and spiritual reflection during Ramadan. Many Muslims cherish these prayers as
a means of seeking forgiveness, drawing closer to Allah, and strengthening
their connection to the Quran.Believers deeply ingrain the practice of
performing Taraweeh prayers in Islamic tradition, considering it significantly
important during the blessed month of Ramadan.
May Allah’s immaculate grace and exceptionalwisdom conquer your life as you celebrate this holy month of Ramadan. Have a
blessed Ramadan!
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Yes.There are certain exemptions from fasting, such as for those who are unable to
because of illness or travel. Those unable to fast due to being temporarily ill
or traveling need to make up for the missed days of fasting later. Young
children, the elderly, and menstruating, pregnant and breastfeeding women are
also exempted.
It isrecommended not to do anything that could cause the fast to be broken, however,
some cases that cause the fast to be broken do not necessarily invalidate it,
such as drinking or eating mechanically, forgetting that one is supposed to be
fasting.
As forthe case of breaking the fast without an excuse,
theperson must compensate for his mistake by fasting one day for each day he did
not fast,
Or tofulfill the needs of those in need through charity.
Ramadanthis year comes as the Middle East remains inflamed by the ongoing Israel-Hamas
war in Gaza,
with tens of thousands of Palestinians killed. Many in the blockaded territory
are going hungry; particularly in the devastated north, people are scrambling
for food to survive.
SomeMuslims are striving to remain mindful of the Palestinians’ plight during
Ramadan, including through making donations, saying prayers or incorporating
Palestinian traditional symbols in how they mark the holy month.
There arenumerous hadiths from the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) that emphasize
the significance of Ramadan:
1.“Whoever fasts Ramadan outof faith and in hope of reward, his previous sins will be forgiven.” [Bukhari
(38) and Muslim (759)]
Thishadith underscores the immense spiritual rewards and blessings associated with
fasting during Ramadan. It serves as a means of seeking forgiveness for past
sins and drawing closer to Allah through sincere faith and devotion.
2.“There has come to youRamadan, a blessed month which Allah has enjoined you to fast, during which the
gates of heaven are opened and the gates of Hell are closed, and the rebellious
devils are chained up. In it there is a night which is better than a thousand
months, and whoever is deprived of its goodness is indeed deprived.” [Nasai,
2106; Ahmad, 8769]
Itemphasizes the importance of fasting during this sacred month, highlighting it
as a time when the gates of heaven open, the gates of Hell close, and the
influence of evil forces weakens.Furthermore, it highlights the significance of
Laylat al-Qadr, the Night of Decree, describing it as better than a thousand
months in terms of its spiritual value and rewards.
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Manysocial rituals center on gathering and socializing after the daily fast. Some
Muslims decorate their homes, put out Ramadan-themed tableware and centerpieces
or throng to markets and Ramadan bazaars.
Colorfullanterns, in different shapes and sizes, dangle from children’s hands and adorn
homes or the entrances of buildings and stores.
Invarious regions, some Muslims worry that the month is being commercialized, and
that an emphasis on decorations, TV shows, outings or lavish iftar banquets,
especially in the social media era, can detract from Ramadan’s religious
essence. Others feel that a balance can be struck and that, done in moderation,
such rituals are part of the month’s festive spirit.
In theUnited States,
home to a diverse, small but growing Muslim population, gathering at mosques
and Islamic centers when possible for iftar meals and prayers provides many
Muslim families with a sense of community. Some Muslims also organize or attend
interfaith iftar meals.
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TheQuran states: “Indeed, it is We Who sent this Quran down on the Night of Qadr.
And what will make you realise what the Night of Qadr is? The Night of Al-Qadr
is better than a thousand months. Therein descend the angels and the Rooh
[Jibreel (Gabriel)] by Allah’s Permission with all Decrees, there is peace
until the appearance of dawn.” [Al-Qadr 97:1-5]
Laylatal-Qadr, meaning ‘the night of decree’ in Arabic, signifies when the Holy Quran
was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad. Peace be upon him
Laylatal-Qadr is one of the most sacred nights on the Islamic calendar. It occurs
only during Ramadan and lasts one night from sunset to sunrise. This divine
night falls sometime during the last ten nights of Ramadan.
Whenis Laylat al-Qadr? When does it happen during Ramadan? Thereis never a definite date for when Laylat al-Qadr occurs, but it is believed to
fall during an odd-numbered night during the last 10 nights of Ramadan, with
the odd-numbered nights being measured from the holy month's starting night.
Whatis the significance of Laylat al-Qadr?
On thenight of Laylat al-Qadr, the holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad
through angel Gabriel. The Quran is the direct word of God and contains moral
code, spiritual guidance, and prophetic hadiths.
In theQuran Laylat al-Qadr, Worship in it is better than a thousand months — any acts
of worship performed on this night carry greater reward than on any other day.
Qadr,in Arabic, literally translates to ‘destiny’ or ‘decree.’ It is believed that
Muslims can change their fate and what was written for them by God through
prayer and supplication.
How doMuslims worship during the last 10 nights of Ramadan?
Becausewe will never know when Laylat al-Qadr occurs during the last 10 nights,
Muslims are encouraged to take advantage of each night during the final
one-third of Ramadan. The last 10 nights are said to be overflowing with God’s
mercy and forgiveness.
EverydayRamadan rituals remain, such as fasting, reading the Quran, and taraweeh
(special Ramadan night prayers). Muslims will focus on repentance and spend
entire nights worshipping instead of sleeping. Muslims also perform i’tikaf
during these last 10 nights, which is the act of spending days and nights in a
mosque to perform devout worship.
Generosityis heavily encouraged during the last 10 nights. This is called sadaqah, or
voluntary charity, and can be in many forms, such as feeding someone a meal,
donating to charity, performing a good deed, or doing an act of kindness.
When Exactly is Laylatul Qadr? - Dr Zakir Naik
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Signs of Laylatul Qadr by Dr Zakir Naik
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