- Ramadan is an opportunity to build taqwa and our appreciation of Allah.
- Among other goals, we should have two main goals in Ramadhan.
– To attain forgiveness
– To attain taqwa.
The sign that we have achieved these goals is that we give preference to the life of the hereafter over the life of this world. Death should not phase us, we are ready to meet Allah. - In Ramadhan read the shahadah abundantly, do istighfar, ask for Jannah and seek refuge from the fire. The more you do, the more you get.
- In Ramadhan, among other sins, refrain from two sins in particular;
– Backbiting
– Looking at bad things - Do not waste this opportunity on futile activities. Recite the Quran, memorise some surahs and give charity.
- When Ramadhan comes, make dua, be thankful, be kind, learn the rules of fasting, make plans and stick to it, and repent sincerely. Make a firm intention that this Ramadhan, is the beginning to a fresh new start.
The above is an edited summary of Ramadhan bayan by Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Nawab delivered on 22/04/20.
