On Ramadan Day 5, #RamadanDailyDigest will x-ray the most suitable time to talk about suhoor, the pre-dawn meal that sustains a fasting Muslim through long hours. While fasting is primarily spiritual, Islam also emphasises physical wellbeing. The Prophet ﷺ himself modeled habits that support both body and soul, which is a timeless blend of Sunnah practices and modern nutrition principles. The Sunnah of Suhoor The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ highly encouraged eating suhoor. He stated: “Take suhoor, for in suhoor there is blessing. ” (Bukhari & Muslim graded this Hadith authentic). READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: The Fasting Person’s Du’a - What the Prophet ﷺ Taught Us (Ramadan Day 4) It is enjoined that a man takes suhoor, not alone, but together with his family. This bonds the spirit of love in the family. Every man should note that eating together with their wives and children is highly encouraged in Islam, and should not be limited to suhoor or iftar during the sacred month of Ra...
On Ramadan Day 4, #RamadanDailyDigest will explain how the rhythm of fasting begins to settle into the heart. Hunger becomes familiar. Thirst becomes manageable. However, beyond physical endurance lies one of Ramadan’s greatest treasures - Du’a (supplication to Allah). Ramadan is not only the month of fasting, but also the month of answered prayers. The teachings of the Prophet ﷺ stresses that the fasting person occupies a unique spiritual position before Allah. Their humility, restraint, and sincerity elevate their du’a to a special status. The Promise of an Accepted Du’a The Prophet ﷺ said: “Three supplications are not rejected: the supplication of the fasting person, the supplication of the just ruler, and the supplication of the oppressed.” (Tirmidhi graded this Hadith authentic) This hadith alone should change our mindset on how we approach every day of Ramadan. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Ramadan & the Qur’an - Why Its Revelation Makes This Month Special (Ramadan D...