By: Nawwas Adam
Embracing the sacred month of Ramadan is indeed a divine blessing. Allah’s countless favors from the gift of life to the intricate faculties of our senses, serve as constant reminders of His boundless mercy and grace. As the Quran beautifully states in chapter 16, verse 18, “And if you would count the favors of Allah, you could not enumerate them. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.”
As we are continuously showered with Allah’s blessings throughout our lives, observing and participating in the Holy Month of Ramadan is a unique and profound favor. It is a rare opportunity bestowed upon us by the Almighty, a chance to experience spiritual renewal and growth.
It is crucial to recognize that not everyone who fasted during the previous Ramadan will have the same privilege this year, due to unforeseen circumstances like illness or death. Therefore, those of us who are fortunate to witness this sacred month owe a deep sense of gratitude to Allah, strengthening our connection with Him during this journey of spiritual rejuvenation.
As we welcome Ramadan, let us strive to control our desires, foster compassion within our communities, engage with the Quran, prioritize healthy living, increase our acts of worship, and hasten to perform good deeds with zeal and sincerity.
A true believer believes that every life burden becomes mercy whenever he or she approaches Ramadan. But this doesn’t just happen except by being busy with the holy book, nawafil, and other factors that Muslims are expected to engage in during this holy month.
This month is a great opportunity for every Muslim to get closer to Allah, specifically towards the last ten days, and seek His forgiveness for the sin of over a year. As a Muslim, this is a yearly opportunity that must not end without you having a taste of blessings from it.