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~ Ramadan 2011 Official Thread ~
Crooked:
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, Bestower of Mercy
“(It is) the month of Ramadan in which the Qur’an was revealed as a guidance for mankind, clear proofs giving guidance, and the Criterion (for distinguishing right and wrong). So whoever of you witnesses this month, let him fast it.” [2:185]
The month of Ramadan, the blessed month in which the Qur’an was revealed, is now upon us. To mark the significance of this momentous occasion – the revelation of the Qur’an – we fast during the day and pray at nights, particularly Laylat al-Qadr, the night the Qur’an was revealed, as Allah tells us:
“We sent it down on a Blessed Night: We have ever been sending warnings.” [44:3]
The reward for fasting and praying in this month is so great, that the Prophet SAW states, “Whoever fasted the month of Ramadan out of sincere faith and hoping for reward, then all his past sins will be forgiven, and whoever stood for the prayer on Laylat al-Qadr out of sincere faith and hoping for reward, then all his previous sins will be forgiven.” [Agreed Upon]
And he states, “Whoever prayed at night during it (Ramadan) out of sincere faith and hoping for reward, then all his previous sins will be forgiven.” [Agreed Upon]
These are three opportunities that we have been given to attain forgiveness for all our sins. The spiritual doctors of the heart are in agreement that fasting softens the heart, making it more receptive and humble to the recitation of the Qur’an. Perhaps this is the wisdom that links together fasting and night prayer, the two most distinctive acts of worship in this month.
It is important to note that our relationship with the Qur’an in this month should not be limited to just the nightly Tarawih prayers, we must devote ourselves to studying the Qur’an outside of prayer as well.
Ibn ‘Abbas narrates, saying, “The Messenger of Allah (SAW) was the most generous person, and he would be at his most generous in Ramadan because Jibril would come to him every night and he would study the Qur’an with him. Truly, when Allah’s Messenger (SAW) would meet Gabriel, he would be more generous than a fleeting wind.” [Agreed Upon]
Additionally, al-Bukhari reports from Fatima that the Prophet (SAW) told her in the last year of his life, “Jibril used to revise the Qur’an with me once every year, but this year he has revised it with me twice. I do not suspect but that my time has come. And you shall be the first of my household to join me.”
Romeesa-Chan:
--- Quote from: SpongeBob-Mony on July 15, 2011, 05:58:24 am ---JazakiAllah khair Romeesa! This thread is REALLY AWESOME.=]
Anyways, here is something Roxy aka spiderman posted in 2009. I found it VERY USEFUL so I'll re-post it.
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JazakAllah khair fer sharing this, Mony!
It is absolutely AMAZING, MA. (Y)
I made my intention to finish the Holy Quran in Ramadan. This was an amazing amazing great tip!!! :D
God bless Roxy aka spider man fer sharing this with all!!! :D
--- Quote from: SpongeBob-Mony on July 15, 2011, 06:07:19 am ---Lesson 7 ~ Ramadan
Ramadan is a beautiful month. In it, we all feel inner peace and closer to Allah. It's this one month of the year where you feel nothing distracts you. It's the month we ALL join together and unite for good deeds.
Indeed whoever misses this month is a total loser.
It's the month where we all wash ourselves from sins and the bad habits.
To all the people who have the intention of changing, then try doing so in Ramadan. Last Ramadan was a very special one for me because in it I turned into the person I am now alhamdolilah. Allah guided me and I no longer followed Islam without understanding it, I started following Islam and LIVING with it.
And trust me when I tell you it leads to nothing but a better life and true happiness.
You can all go on asking the old members which was better? The Shoshou..Mony 2 years back or the Shoshou..Mony now? They'd all say the new one. I am the same fun person but only that I changed my way of living and thinking. Alhamdolilah, I never felt much comfort and much success in my life until I did that.
Islam is a WAY of living. Write down ALL your bad habits and decide that in Ramadan you'd have the change. In psychology, it is said that it takes 21 days to change a habit in your life, but I believe that in the month of Ramadan it takes much less time than that, and so even if you fail to not accomplish what you wanted to do..this doesn't mean you give up in anyway or stop trying. The chance of mastering something from the first shot is almost non-existing so let's all be realistic and get the 'I'm down or I'm a loser' thoughts out of our heads and make it a habit to ALWAYS STAY OPTIMISTIC.
Start writing your plan from NOW! Yes, now not tomorrow and not after 15 mins! Keep jotting down the ideas you have for this Ramadan and what are your plans. Are you planning to volunteer by going out to feed the people in the streets? Are you going to give dates and water? Are you going to stop being angry, selfish, mean and rude with other people and this includes your family? Will you put on the smiling face everyday? Will say the azkar and tasabeeh on daily basis? Will you kiss your mom and dad everyday and thank them for what they did to you?
We are young and on the day of judgement we will be asked about our health and our time! Don't waste your time watching the series or the tv, but rather spend it on something more useful.
This Ramadan might be your last. We can't guarantee we'll be making it to the next Ramadan, so this time we'll make the BEST OF IT and not waste our hours inshAllah. =]
Together, as brothers and sisters, we will encourage and motivate each other isa, also make use of FB and perhaps share the knowledge we are speaking about with your friends. Just remember, you won't be entering paradise alone, but we will be entering paradise as 'groups' of people, so always make sure to spread the message of Allah to those you love and don't love and the reward will be much higher. =]
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As always, GREAT lesson!!! Masha Allah!!!
JazakAllah khair, sister <333
May Allah bless you!!! :D
@Crooky- JazakAllah khair fer sharing such beautiful hadiths!
Keep posting!!! :D
IA, I will find more informative stuffs to post! :D
Romeesa-Chan:
My name is Shabaan. Im advising you that my neighbour Ramadan will be visiting you very soon with his wife Sawm and two kids Suhur and Iftar.They will be accompanied by three grandchildren: Rahma (mercy), Maghfirah (forgiveness) & Tawba (repentance). They will leave after 30 days by EID Airlines.Treasure them & you will be blessed!If I ever hurt you or have said anything to upset you, please find it in your heart to forgive me,may we all come out of Ramadan in a better state we were in before it, Ameen! :D
Crooked:
--- Quote from: Romeesa Chan on July 15, 2011, 10:36:29 am ---My name is Shabaan. Im advising you that my neighbour Ramadan will be visiting you very soon with his wife Sawm and two kids Suhur and Iftar.They will be accompanied by three grandchildren: Rahma (mercy), Maghfirah (forgiveness) & Tawba (repentance). They will leave after 30 days by EID Airlines.Treasure them & you will be blessed!If I ever hurt you or have said anything to upset you, please find it in your heart to forgive me,may we all come out of Ramadan in a better state we were in before it, Ameen! :D
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Beautiful, MashAllah.
Tohru Kyo Sohma:
--- Quote from: Romeesa Chan on July 15, 2011, 10:36:29 am ---My name is Shabaan. Im advising you that my neighbour Ramadan will be visiting you very soon with his wife Sawm and two kids Suhur and Iftar.They will be accompanied by three grandchildren: Rahma (mercy), Maghfirah (forgiveness) & Tawba (repentance). They will leave after 30 days by EID Airlines.Treasure them & you will be blessed!If I ever hurt you or have said anything to upset you, please find it in your heart to forgive me,may we all come out of Ramadan in a better state we were in before it, Ameen! :D
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beautiful and really amazing
thank you so much for sharing this with us
may Allah bless you
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