Naijaloveinfo

As #RamadanDailyDigest examines the already done and dusted Ramadan Day 10, and approaches the next Ramadan Day, it should be noted that a large number of Muslims have now become consistent with fasting. Hunger is manageable.  The daily rhythm feels familiar. On the other hand, Ramadan is not only about abstaining from food and drink. It is about strengthening the connection with Allah through prayer (Salah). Fasting without prayer weakens the spiritual impact of Ramadan. Prayer elevates it. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Staying Mindful in Ramadan - Tips to Reduce Distraction (Ramadan Day 9) Let us explore why prayer in Ramadan is important , powerful, and transformative beyond fasting. We would analyse why Fasting and Prayer are like conjoined twins in the sacred month of Ramadan. Fasting and Prayer: A Divine Connection Allah says in the Glorious Qur'an (2:45): “Seek help through patience and prayer…” Scholars of Islam explain that patience here includes fasting. Notice how...

#RamadanDailyDigest looks at how Ramadan Day 9 dug into the physical routine of fasting, and how it has become familiar, while considering a new challenge that often emerges - distraction. In today’s digital world, constant notifications, social media scrolling, work pressures, and endless entertainment compete for attention. Yet Ramadan is meant to be a month of mindfulness, reflection, and spiritual clarity. So how can we stay focused? How can we reduce distraction and increase spiritual productivity during Ramadan? READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Daily Charity - Small Acts That Earn Big Rewards (Ramadan Day 8) The answer lies in reconnecting with the purpose of fasting and strengthening our awareness of Allah. The Purpose of Ramadan: Taqwa and Mindfulness Allah says in the Qur'an (2:183): “O you who believe, fasting has been prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, so that you may attain taqwa.” Taqwa means God-consciousness - being aware that Allah sees...

#RamadanDailyDigest will analyse how small acts of kindness could lead to big reward on Ramadan Day 8. By Ramadan Day 8, fasting has softened the heart. Hunger has created empathy. Thirst has awakened gratitude. Now comes one of the most powerful acts of worship in this holy month of Ramadan - daily charity (sadaqah). Ramadan is not only about personal worship, but  also about social compassion. In Islam, even the smallest act of giving can earn immense reward. The Qur'an repeatedly commands generosity, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ modeled charity as a daily lifestyle particularly in Ramadan. Qur’anic Commands on Giving Charity is not optional kindness in Islam. It is a divine instruction from Allah. Allah says in the Glorious Qur’an 2:261: “The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed of grain that grows seven spikes; in each spike is a hundred grains. And Allah multiplies for whom He wills.” One seed. Seven hundred rewards, or more. This verse reve...

As we have fasted Ramadan Day 7, and look forward to making it Ramadan number 8 in a few hours time today when we break the fast, #RamadanDailyDigest opines that a large number of believers have adjusted to the rhythm of fasting. Now comes one of the most beautiful and spiritually rewarding moments of the day: iftar, the breaking of the fast. Iftar is not just about eating after a long day. It is an act of worship. It is gratitude in action. It is a revival of Sunnah. By following the example of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Muslims turn a daily meal into a source of immense reward. Let us explore the Sunnahs of iftar, authentic hadith, and the proper etiquette of breaking the fast. 1. Hastening to Break the Fast One of the most emphasised Sunnahs is to break the fast immediately at sunset. The Prophet ﷺ said: “The people will continue to be upon goodness as long as they hasten to break the fast.” (Bukhari & Muslim) READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Fasting Beyond Hunger - The Qur’anic L...

By Ramadan Day 6, the physical challenge of fasting begins to settle, but the deeper test becomes clear: patience (sabr). Ramadan is not merely about abstaining from food and drink; #RamadanDailyDigest affirms that the sacred month of fasting is also about mastering the self, controlling reactions, and developing spiritual resilience. In the Glorious Qur'an, patience is repeatedly emphasised as a defining quality of believers. Fasting is one of the greatest training grounds for sabr, because it confronts human desire directly. The Qur’anic Foundation of Fasting and Patience Allah says in Glorious Qur’an 2:183: “O you who believe, fasting has been prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, so that you may attain taqwa (God-consciousness).” Taqwa and sabr are closely connected. You cannot develop true God-consciousness without patience. Every hour of fasting is an exercise in restraint. That is, resisting hunger, thirst, anger, and temptation. READ THIS TOO: #Rama...

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...

 #RamadanDailyDigest on Ramadan Day 3 draws us deeper into the heart of this holy month. Beyond the fasting, charity, and night prayers, Ramadan holds a distinction that elevates it above all other 11 months: it is the month in which the Glorious Qur’an was revealed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. This divine connection between the sacred month of Ramadan and the Glorious Qur'an is what makes the month spiritually transformative, historically significant, and eternally relevant. The Qur’anic Declaration: Ramadan Chosen for Revelation Allah clearly states in the Glorious Qur’an 2:185 that: “The month of Ramadan is that in which the Qur’an was revealed, is a guidance for mankind and clear proof of guidance and criterion (between right and wrong)....... ” The above verse alone establishes Ramadan’s unmatched status. The Glorious Qur’an was not revealed randomly in time, but was revealed in the most blessed month, signifying the month’s sacredness. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Does Slee...

On Ramadan Day 2, #RamadanDailyDigest will reveal how fasting Muslims begin adjusting to a new feeling of waking before dawn for suhoor, praying Fajr, fasting through the day (from Fajr till sunset), and standing at night for Tahajjud prayer.  Naturally, fatigue will likely set in for any Muslim who does all the aforementioned acts of worship. This therefore raises an important question: Does sleeping during Ramadan while fasting benefit the body, and is it spiritually encouraged in Islam? The answer lies in balance, guided by the Glorious Qur'an, the Sunnah, the understanding of the four Madhabs, and modern health science. 1. Sleep in the Qur’an: A Divine Mercy Allah says in the Glorious Qur’an (30:23): “And among His signs is your sleep by night and by day and your seeking of His bounty. Indeed in that there are signs for people who listen.” Sleep itself is described as a sign of Allah’s mercy; a gift that restores the body and mind. Islam does not glorify exhaustion for its own...

#RamadanDailyDigest is more than talking about abstaining from food and drink, but the beginning of a spiritual journey from Ramadan Day 1.  For Muslims, the first fast marks a conscious step into a month of transformation, discipline, and nearness to Allah. But what is the real wisdom behind fasting? Why did Allah prescribe it? The answer is beautifully captured in the Glorious Qur’an . The Qur’anic Purpose of Fasting Allah says in Qur'an 2:183: “O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, so that you may attain taqwa.” READ THIS TOO : #RamadanDailyDigest: Have You Fed A Fasting Muslim? The verse clearly defines the ultimate goal of fasting is taqwa (God-consciousness). Fasting is not meant to punish the body, but to awaken the soul. From Ramadan Day 1, a Muslim intentionally refrains from halal (permissible) food, drink, and marital relations, not because they are sinful, but because Allah commanded restraint during specific hours....