As humans it is our
duty to serve The Almighty Allah (SWT) and mankind throughout our lives. Nevertheless, partaking in
the Holy month of Ramadan requires us to indulge more into good deeds so that
the gate of heaven opens for us. We should feel privileged to be getting an
opportunity to serve our fellow beings.
Though portraying
goodwill is a lifelong cycle, enacting humility and kindness during Ramadan
purifies the soul. It is the best way to please Allah (SWT) so that he may
forgive the sins committed. Keep in mind to make the most of the auspicious
month to collect rewards and get the blessings of The Almighty Allah (SWT).
Here are some of the
ways in which we may perform good deeds so that we may come closer to Allah (SWT).
o
Fasting
Keeping yourself away
from eating and drinking between sunrise and sunset is one of the biggest ways
of showing dedication and devotion to Allah (SWT). You are also expected to abstain from committing any sin or
having bad thoughts.
o
Invite friends and neighbors over for Iftar
It is a good practice
to break fast together as Prophet Muhammad once said
“Whoever
helps to break the fast of a fasting person (giving food), he will have the
same reward as him without decreasing anything from the reward of the fasting
person.” – Sunan At-Tirmizi
o
Give food to the needy
Pack food for people
who are in dire need of it. It is always considered a noble act in giving food
to the hungry.
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Performing Umrah during Ramadan
It is believed that
performing Umrah during Ramadan is equivalent to performing Hajj with Prophet
Muhammad (PBUH). What is better than
asking for forgiveness during the Holy month of Ramadan by observing one of the
sacred pilgrimages, Umrah.
o
Practice the act of giving
Giving is always
considered an honourable act. Practicing Zakat or giving to the needy is one of
the greatest deeds one can follow during the Holy month of Ramadan to attain
forgiveness for the misdeeds.
o
Visit the sick and elderly
It is a good idea to
visit the sick and help them in any way possible. Paying a visit to the elderly
at old age homes is also considered a good virtue. The more you help them, the
more closer you get to The Almighty Allah (SWT).
o
Taqwa
We must keep away from
all worldly sins throughout our lives, especially during observing Ramadan.
Each sin committed takes us away from Allah (SWT).
“Indeed, he who
fears Allah and is patient, then indeed, Allah does not allow to be lost the
reward of those who do good.” (Qur’an 12:90)
o
Read the Quran everyday
It is necessary to
read at least one chapter from the Quran per day so as to understand the word
of Allah (SWT).
o
Pray 5 times a day
It is of utmost
importance to recite the prayers five times a day till the last breath. It
should be noted that the Fajr prayer should not be skipped as it marks the
beginning of a new day.
It is true Ramadan brings
one closer to Allah (SWT) as He forgives the sins
of his followers. But it is always better to practice the above mentioned acts
as you not only serve Allah (SWT) but also other lives on
earth.
