By Hanif A. Patel
Traditionally the blessing month of Ramadan commences and ends with the appearance of the crescent moon. It has been the second successive year Ramadan overshadowed by the novel Coronavirus cluster but an unflinching spirit is there to commemorate the month with the submission to the divine will.
It is the most sacred month on the Islamic calendar, devotees resetting the compass for acquiring mercy. They gave up food and water, which is about detaching themselves from their material needs to focus on worshiping the Supreme Creator.
The significance of this month is such great in the sight of faithful followers that two months in advance Muslims intensified their intention and anticipate mercy from Almighty for the swift entry to Ramadan. Thus, during this pious period they able to perform all acts and obligations according to the Holy Koran guidelines to attain benefit.
Every moment is worthwhile therefore believers offer excessive prayers, recite Quran repeatedly to understand, complete Quran in the nocturnal congregational prayers, discharge charity, and extend help to humanity. It’s also been incredibly spiritually nourishing, a time of intense community and a point of solace and healing.
Ramadan is a time for Muslims to practice self-restraint, in keeping with the fast one the pillar of Islam.
There are five pillars of Islam but in Ramadan, believers are fortunate enough to perform four pillars.
Muslims gratifying their effort of worship and clinch an opportunity to accomplish four core beliefs and practices of Islam- Profession of Faith, Fast, Prayers, and Alms simultaneously. Indeed, it is a distinct quality of the month to accumulate bountiful benevolence of Almighty.
Patience and endurance are required for fasting. Extreme care is being taken not to speak false words, or foul deeds or intentions while fasting because these are destructive of a fast as is eating and drinking. Ramadan is said to be classified into three phases: Preliminary ten days for mercy, middle forgiveness, and final phase is emancipation from hellfire. Everyone prays to make the most of each portion in order to receive the blessings related to each.
In the final leg of Ramadan, an odd number of nights are precious for prayers. It is a night devoted to atonement, introspection, and self-examination.
The Prophet practice spending some time in seclusion for a retreat in the Mosque during the last third of Ramadan. Similarly, in the community, many find to follow the noble practice in search of a Lailat Ul-Qadar (Great Night) night.
Not to deprive of a magnificent benefit, the faithful devotees meditate most of the night in devoting prayers and remembrance of Almighty. Humbly pray for forgiveness from all faults and shortcomings and protection from Hellfire.
Ramadan is the best time to strengthen the spirit. Following the submission, the noble teaching of Islam, by subscribing universal morality to make the world an ever-better place.
Through our favorite “The Miracle “ newspaper, we reciprocate Ramadan Kareem to all readers!
