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#RamadanDailyDigest: Lessons From The Glorious Qur’an - What Fasting Teaches Us Beyond Ramadan (Ramadan Day 28)

#RamadanDailyDigest continues to remind us on Ramadan Day 28 and other days that Ramadan is a sacred month filled with fasting, prayer, charity, and deep spiritual reflection. While many Muslims focus on maximising acts of worship during these 29 or 30 days, the true success of Ramadan lies in carrying its lessons beyond the month. The Glorious Qur’an provides profound guidance on the purpose of fasting and how its benefits extend into everyday life. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Ramadan Tech Detox - Using Social Media Moderately (Ramadan Day 27) As Ramadan Day 28 has come and gone, it becomes essential to reflect on how fasting shapes character, strengthens faith, and builds habits that should continue long after Ramadan ends. The Qur’anic Purpose of Fasting Allah clearly states the objective of fasting in the Glorious Qur’an: “O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become righteous (attain taqwa).” (Qur’an 2:183)...
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#RamadanDailyDigest: Ramadan Tech Detox - Using Social Media Moderately (Ramadan Day 27)

On Ramadan Day 27, #RamadanDailyDigest focused on not going overboard with social media usage.  A good number of Muslims, particularly the young generations are often active on social media daily for one reasons or the other. It will be important that restraint from worldly content and obscenities are the way to go not just in the blessed month of Ramadan, but beyond it. Ramadan is a sacred month devoted to spiritual purification, reflection, and strengthening one’s relationship with Allah. While fasting from food and drink is the most visible aspect of Ramadan, the deeper purpose of the month is to cleanse the heart, mind, and behaviour.  READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Fasting And Empathy - Connecting with the Needy (Ramadan Day 26) Muslims are encouraged to be moderate in all the affairs be it worship or social activities, in which social media usage is part of it.  In today’s digital age, one of the most notable distractions that can hinder spiritual growth is exc...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Fasting And Empathy - Connecting with the Needy (Ramadan Day 26)

#RamadanDailyDigest continues to remind us on Ramadan Day 26 that the blessed month of Ramadan is a period of 29 or 30 sacred days, and all days should be well maximised as per worship. The month of fasting is a time of spiritual renewal, reflection, and increased devotion for Muslims around the world.  While stressing that fasting from dawn to sunset is one of the central pillars of this blessed month, the deeper purpose of fasting extends far beyond abstaining from food and drink. One of the profound lessons of the holy month of Ramadan is empathy for the poor and needy. Through fasting, Muslims experience hunger and thirst, which cultivates compassion and encourages acts of charity and kindness. Understanding the connection between fasting and empathy helps believers appreciate why the blessed month of Ramadan is not only a time of worship but also a season of generosity and social responsibility. The Spiritual Purpose of Fasting in Islam The Glorious Qur’an clearly explains the...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Why You Shouldn’t Joke With Tahajjud - The Power Of Night Prayers (Ramadan Day 25)

As today marks Ramadan Day 25 and the believers are feeling as if the holy month of Ramadan should continue, it is in the same vein that #RamadanDailyDigest will look into the vital topic of Tahajjud . It will explain how the topic should be of interest to all Muslims all over the world.  Muslims enter the most spiritually intense period of the blessed month. That is the final nights in which believers search for immense blessings and forgiveness. Where they search for Laylatul Qadr. One of the most powerful acts of worship during this time is Tahajjud , the voluntary night prayer performed after sleeping and before the dawn prayer. Tahajjud is highly recommended in Islam and carries tremendous spiritual rewards.  READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Counting Your Blessings Through Reflection On The Glorious Qur’an - Hearts Of Gratitude (Ramadan Day 24) The Glorious Qur'an and the teachings of the Prophet of Allah ﷺ repeatedly highlight the importance of standing before Allah i...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Counting Your Blessings Through Reflection On The Glorious Qur’an - Hearts Of Gratitude (Ramadan Day 24)

As Ramadan Day 24 has come and gone, #RamadanDailyDigest opines that it did not just come and went without so much lessons to learn. As Muslims around the world are deep into the final nine or ten nights of this sacred month of Ramadan, these nights are filled with prayer, reflection, and a renewed connection with Allah.  One of the most powerful spiritual practices encouraged during this period is gratitude to Allah. That is recognising and appreciating the countless blessings and favours Allah has given us. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Roles And Rights Of Women In Ramadan - Dignity, Respect And Spiritual Equality (Ramadan Day 23) The Glorious Qur'an repeatedly reminds the believers to reflect on the blessings of life. When Muslims recite and contemplate the Glorious Qur’an during the holy month of Ramadan, they develop hearts filled with gratitude, humility, and trust in Allah. Gratitude: A Core Teaching in the Glorious Qur’an Gratitude is a main topic in the Glorious Qur...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Roles And Rights Of Women In Ramadan - Dignity, Respect And Spiritual Equality (Ramadan Day 23)

As Ramadan reaches Day 23 and #RamadanDailyDigest continues to highlight different topical discourses, Muslims around the world continue to increase their acts of worship, charity, and reflection during the blessed final nine or ten nights. Among the many important discussions in Ramadan is the role, dignity, and rights of women in Islam. The holy month of Ramadan provides an opportunity to reflect on how Islam honours women spiritually, socially, and morally. The teachings found in the Glorious Qur'an and the guidance of the Prophet of Allah ﷺ stress that women are equal participants in acts of worship and essential contributors to the strength of families and communities. Just as Allah will ask men about what they did on earth on the Day of Resurrection, Allah will question women too. Spiritual Equality in Worship Islam makes it crystal clear that both men and women share equal spiritual responsibility and reward. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Non-Muslims Who Admire Ramadan...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Non-Muslims Who Admire Ramadan - What Fasting Teaches Everyone (Ramadan Day 22)

#RamadanDailyDigest for Ramadan Day 22 looks at an inspiring topic of discourse about the relationship of non-Muslims with the holy month of Ramadan. As Ramadan Day 22 is already over for this year, there are still so many things to talk about in this sacred month of fasting. The blessed month of Ramadan continues to attract attention not only from Muslims but also from people of other faiths and cultures around the world. Many non-Muslims admire Ramadan for its emphasis on discipline, compassion, charity, and spiritual reflection. From community Iftar gatherings to social media discussions, the blessed month of Ramadan has increasingly become a moment of cross-cultural learning. Even those who do not fast usually express respect for the dedication shown by Muslims during this sacred month of fasting for 29 or 30 days. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Charity in Action - What Is Ma’idat Ar-Rahman And What Lessons Can Muslims Learn? (Ramadan Day 21) The practices of the blessed mont...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Charity in Action - What Is Ma’idat Ar-Rahman And What Lessons Can Muslims Learn? (Ramadan Day 21)

As Ramadan Day 21 is over, #RamadanDailyDigest brings a topic that speaks to the welfare of Muslims viz-a-viz building a strong social bond. Muslims begin the final and most spiritually rewarding part of the blessed month - the last ten nights. During this period, acts of worship and charity increase significantly. One powerful expression of generosity seen across the Muslim world is Ma’idat Ar-Rahman, a beautiful tradition that embodies compassion and community care. Ma’idat Ar-Rahman, which means “The Table of the Most Merciful,” refers to public charity tables where food is provided freely for fasting Muslims to break their fast during Ramadan. This practice reflects the Qur’anic spirit of generosity and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ about feeding others. What Is Ma’idat Ar-Rahman? Ma’idat Ar-Rahman is a charitable initiative commonly organised during Ramadan where individuals, families, mosques, or organisations prepare and distribute free Iftar meals to fasting people. These...

#RamadanDailyDigest: The Glorious Qur’an And Mental Health - Spiritual Peace In Fasting (Ramadan Day 20)

As Ramadan has reached Day 20 and moving to say goodbye to Day 21, #RamadanDailyDigest continues to keep tabs with the holy month of fasting. Muslims around the world have started preparing for the most spiritually powerful period of the month. That is searching for Laylatul Qadr in the last ten nights. At this moment of fasting, believers frequently notice not only spiritual growth but also emotional calm and inner peace. One of the greatest sources of this peace and tranquility comes from engaging deeply with the Glorious Qur'an.  The Glorious Qur’an is not only a guidance for life but also a powerful source of comfort for the human mind and heart. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Etiquette of Spoken And Online Speech - Guarding Our Words (Ramadan Day 19) In a world where stress, anxiety, and emotional struggles are common, the Glorious Qur’an is a reservoir for all spiritual solutions that nurture mental well-being, hope, and tranquility. The Glorious Qur’an as a Source of In...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Etiquette of Spoken And Online Speech - Guarding Our Words (Ramadan Day 19)

On Ramadan Day 19, #RamadanDailyDigest would explain why Muslims should be cautious of what they say, be it online or offline. The holy month of Ramadan is not only about fasting from food and drink. It is also about fasting from harmful speech. As we reach Ramadan Day 19, Muslims are reminded that controlling the tongue and behaving kindly toward others is a major part of spiritual discipline. In today’s digital age, speech includes not only what we say but also what we type, post, comment, and share online. Islam places great importance on responsible communication, kindness, and respectful social behaviour. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Stories of Ulu’l-Azm Messengers - Timeless Lessons For Today's Muslims (Ramadan Day 18) Allah reminds believers in the Qur'an(2:83): “And speak to people good words.” This command applies to both face-to-face conversation and online interactions. Why Speech Matters in Islam Words are powerful. They can heal hearts or cause deep harm. Pr...