Ramadan Runs Quickly.

The ninth day of Dhul-Hijjah (the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar) is the Day of ‘Arafah. It is the day when pilgrims stand on the plain of ‘Arafah to pray. On this day, Muslims all over the world who do not witness the annual Hajj should spend the day in fasting, in preparation for the three days […]

Question: We would like to know what is meant by “i’tikaaf” and it’s ruling? Response: I’tikaaf is for a person to confine himself to the masjid in obedience to Allaah (Subhaanahu wa Ta’aala) so as to separate himself from the people and free himself (from the chores of daily life) to exert himself in worshipping Allaah. This can take […]

The bounties and opportunities of Ramadan are many and unlimited yet the number of days we have to take advantage of it are few and limited. Patience …those who patiently persevere will truly receive a reward without measure! [1] Patience is inseparable from the purpose of Ramadan. Scholars mention four areas where patience is required: […]