As the holy month of Ramadan enters day four, Muslims are required to take caution and follow certain rules; which may be said or unsaid.
Apart from the fact that a Muslim is to abstain from food and drinks, there is much more to Ramadan than the mechanical act of keeping and breaking a fast.
One should keep in mind that this month is about patience, forgiveness and goodness and anything that hinders a Muslim achieving this state should be avoided at all costs.
Here are some Do’s and Don’ts of Ramadan
1. Don’t lose patience
It is imperative that one does not lose patience with other people. It is no surprise that deprivation of food and the scorching sun can make one irritable and vulnerable – which is why keeping your calm is highly advisable. Don’t yell, fight and indulge in any destructive behavior because the Ramadan is all about patience and tolerance
2. Don’t begrudge anyone
Forgiveness is one of the recurring themes in Ramadan, if our Lord Almighty can forgive us for our sins that we commit throughout the year then why not follow the same suite
So in the spirit of Ramadan, forgive anyone who has wronged you and don’t hold grudges – this Ramadan try to let the little things pass because Allah loves those who forgive others.
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3. Refrain from gossip
In our daily lives, we sometimes bad mouth other people and discuss their problems and lives. This is another act that one should be extra careful with, especially in this month. Watch your actions and guard yourself against the evils of gossip and backbiting.
4. Recite the Quran
Remember the Almighty as frequently as possible. Ramadan is the greatest opportunity to communicate with Allah because there are no barriers between man and his Almighty God.
Hence, it is the perfect opportunity to seek forgiveness from the Lord, reestablish ties with Him and recite Quran as much as possible.
5. Follow the Sunnah
It is always advisable for a Muslim to follow in the footsteps of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), however, the spirit of Ramadan requires that the Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH) is adhered to, to reap the benefits of this holy month. The routine of the Prophet (PBUH) during this month should be a standard for every Muslim no matter where. Imitating the best of the human beings will surely make us better people and even better role models as Muslims in good faith.
6. Perform Taraweeh prayer
Another essential element of the month of Ramadan is the performance of the Taraweeh prayer, in addition to the five daily prayers. Taraweeh prayers are to be performed after Isha each day to create a stronger bond with the Almighty and to gain the blessings of God Almighty.
7. Give Zakat
Zakat, being one of the five pillars of Islam, is a definite act to indulge in. Ramadan is all about helping others and feeling their pain – putting one in the shoes of another and having empathy.
So, what better time to help someone than in the holy month of Ramadan? So in a month which requires from a Muslim nothing but goodness, be aware of those who need your help and give Zakat because it not only fulfills your rights towards the Lord but also towards His creation.
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