The Month of Ramadan comes every year to offer us a bunch of learnings and spirituality.
Ramadan- The special month in a year. Muslim community pay special attention in this month in a year. This is the year that is full of self-preventiveness for the sins and gaining Almighty Allah’s mercy and gratitude. Ramadan’s fasting is not just a way to pay homage to Allah but it is also a scope of earning rewards. So, who wants to lose this opportunity if he or she is a believer to the creator of this universe- Allah! If you are curious enough to know about Ramadan’s offerings let’s explore below:
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What is Ramadan?
Ramadan is a month which comes as the 9th in an Arabic
year. Before exploring about Ramadan’s significance, let’s have a look of the other
months in a Arabic calendar. There are 12 months there. These are mentioned serially
below:
01. Muharram
(It means Sacred or Forbidden. This First Month’s
significance in Islam is special since any type of fighting was traditionally
forbidden during this month along with other three months: Dhu al-Qa’dah, Dhu
al-Hijjah and Rajab)
02. Safar
(Safar means Vacant, Void or Empty. Many says it was named
for homes were left vacant/empty for people’s going outside or traveling for
any business purposes or war activities)
03. Rabi al-Awaal
(It means “The First Spring”. It is a very significant month
since the Prophet Mohammad (sm) was born in this month)
04. Rabi al-Thani or Rabi al-Akhir
(It means the second spring or sometimes, The Last Spring
since it comes after Rabi al-Awaal)
05. Jumada al-Ula
(This fifth month of the Hijri Calendar was named such as it
was considered coincided with dry, parched times)
06. Jumada al-Thaniya or Jumada al-Akhirah
(It means the ending of the parched, dry land since it comes
after the Jumada al-Ula)
07. Rajab
(Rajab is one of the 4 Sacred Months. It means “to respect”
or “revere”. For being one of 4 sacred months, any quarrel or fighting is
forbidden in this month)
08. Sha’ban
(Means branched out or scattered in search of something. It
was said that Tribal groups of Arab used to dispersed outside in search of
water, food or to prepare for battle)
09. Ramadan***
(This is the ninth month. The meaning of Ramadan is
scorching heat. It is the month for fasting for the Muslim. The holy book was
bestowed upon Prophet Mohammad (sm.) in this month)
10.Shawwal
(The Muslim celebrate Eid Ul Fitr in this month. It means
“to carry” or “to lift” referring to camels carrying their young or a decrease
in camel milk.)
11. Dhu al-Qa’dah
(This is another sacred month of the 4 months. It means
resting or sitting. People normally used to keep themselves from any traveling
of warfare activities for taking preparation to perform Hajj; Pilgrimage)
12. Dhu al-Hijjah
(It is also one of the months of 4 sacred months. It is the
month of performing Hajj and so its name is such. The Muslim go to Macca and
Medina cities to perform their pilgrimage activities in this month)
What Ramadan offers to us:
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Ramadan teaches us in many ways which is very difficult to
mention all about it here. If I go for a thorough description, it will be a
book of over 200 pages and still it’s benefits will hardly be described fully
and completely. Yet, I try for mentioning some touching points here:
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Ramadan build, secure and ensured a deep connection with
Allah:
Ramadan’s purpose isn’t just to elevate our Imaan or belief
for 30 days only or throughout the month, rather; it’s a preparation for our
souls, ensuring we hold tightly the rope of Allah throughout the year even
after Ramadan is over.
Its unique way of deepening our connection with Allah is
indescribable. Remaining fasting, Quran recitation, Tarawih at night, I’tekaf,
Sadaqa, Qiyam Ul Lyle, Dhikr, Zaqat, and other acts of worships offer a full
package for having an unbreakable bond with the Creator, Allah. It’s an awesome
way to build a connection as a slaver of Allah.
Learning from Charity
During Ramadan’s Zaqat
Donation, charity activities during the whole month is a
very rewarding work for Muslims. Donation wipe out our sins and put out Allah
anger upon us. Muslim offer Zakat which means a payable amount to the poor and
distressed people of the community. Zakat is a duty through which we serve
Allah by serving His creatures. When you serve through your Zakat, you align
your intention with justice, compassion and obedience to Allah. Zaqat keep away
the essence of capitalism and let the capital circulate throughout from hands
to hands which actually play a great role in economy by dissipating the acute
discrimination within poor and rich community.
Allah says in Quran,
“Take from their wealth to purify and bless them” (Qur’an
9:103)
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Grabbing the fear of the Almighty, the most powerful
Allah:
Human beings are the best creature of ALLAH. We are created
so that we can serve the Allah’s advices according to HIS instructed ways. We
are slavers to Allah. Ramadan teaches us to fear Allah as a supreme powerful.
What we do is not unseen by Allah- no matter where we are and how powerful we
are. During this sacred month, we refrain from food and humanly desires from
dawn to dusk only to please Allah. It’s only for Allah’s fear as HE instructed
to do it.
“Allah is always watching me, HE is ever watchful”-
this fear makes me refrain from taking any foods, even a sip of water from dawn
to dusk. By this way, Ramadan actually instills and reminding us the fear of
Allah in our hearts to stay away from sins and wrongdoings.
Upgrading perseverance and passion:
In this ephemeral world, human life is full of moments that
test our patience. Whether it is waiting for the right opportunity, dealing
with difficult people, or facing hardships, human life doesn’t always get
easier way to face those moments effectively. Ramadan is the perfect training
session for learning resiliency because it offers us a 30 days intense course.
When the world is
still asleep, the Muslim wake up for Sahri, at evening they wait for Iftar. Standing
in long Tarawih prayers after a fasting & tiring day; Ramadan teaches us the
commitment, patience, persistence, and unwavering, constant commitment to the Islamic
norms. “Devotion and tolerating hardships are the keys to becoming a better
Muslim”- Ramadan teaches us this every year.
Strengthening Community Bonding:
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Standing side-by-side with others during Tarawih bridges the
people from poor to rich and reminds us to accept and support everyone in the
Muslim Ummah, regardless of their status and social power.
And again, spending the last 10 days of the month in Iteqaf fosters
a sense of brotherhood and gives us the scope to connect with people of all
stages in the Muslim community. The conversations during and after all
prayers including Jumma, dua, and sharing foods during Iftar help strengthen
our bonds with loved ones and the community. It’s also the perfect time to
visit Visiting with a plate of Iftar to neighbors is actually enhance love and
joy with dispersing Allah’s kindness.
Learning of
expressing appreciation and gratitude:
During or before breaking fasting, even a glass of water
feels priceless to us because of our acute feeling to thirst. This learning is
invaluable gift from Allah. Ramadan offers us how to express appreciation for the
things to Allah for his giving food, family, and even time to us to be
righteous.
Instruct us for
maintain discipline and mindfulness:
Ramadan teaches us to manage of our whims and desires.
Whether it’s resisting the urge to eat or holding back an unpleasant scolding words,
we learn to control ourselves. We can eat out of any person’s view. But we
don’t do it just because of Allah’s fear. Allah is observing all activities-
this sense keeps us away from any misdeeds. It’s really a very high discipline
and devotion to Allah.
Caring to the unprivileged and deprived:
Ramadan offers us how to be kind and generous to the people
who are poor and have hardships to manage their lives. Sharing Iftar and Sahri
foods really make us come closure to each other. Society become a piece of
Haven as if there is no discrimination and conflict of interests.
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Offers healthy Living:
Modern science, after many researches permitted, finally
acknowledge that Ramadan’s fasting for long periods during the day can help
fight against cancer cells, burn unhealthy fat, and boost immunity for Muslims.
It is now clear to all that practicing food moderation for 30 days in a year in
Ramadan can help break bad food habits, like cravings for oily, processed, and
junk foods which actually not good for our health.
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Does Ramadan influence world community except Muslims:
Ramadan doesn’t limit us sharing the foods during Iftar and
Sahri within Muslim community also. All religion, people, age, sex can
participate and share the foods during Iftar and Sahri. This sharing definitely
promotes the inclusive community responsibility in multicultural societies.
Ramadan, many times can play an ideal role among global leaders for halting
activities that actually go against humanity. Ceasefire is also a possible
offering from Ramadan that can be feasible by taking discussion among the debating
groups worldwide. Thus, these endless activities are the beauty of Ramadan
which not only is kept within Muslim communities but also worldwide
communities.
Islam is not only a religion and Allah hasn’t sent Quran
only for Muslim. Instead, Prophet Mohammad (Sm.) and HIS bestowed Holy book
‘Quran’ is for all communities in the world.
Allah says in Quran:
"...Today I have perfected for you your religion (way of life) and completed My blessings upon you and have chosen Islam as your religion.”: Sura Al Maidah (5:3)
So, in conclusion, I can say that Quran is not a Holy book only but a complete way of life and
a constitution for the world. Quran came in the month of this Ramadan. So,
Ramadan’s importance and beauty is indescribable. Ramadan holds Muslim
communities by its strict values and beyond the Muslims it actually evokes the
whole world by welcoming them to be blessed From Allah. As a human being, you
should explore more so that the pure lesson shouldn’t be veiled.
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