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11/03/2024

How to Prepare for Ramadan

Preparation:
1. Intention (Niyyah)
Start by setting your intentions right. Understand the purpose of fasting and what you wish to achieve during this month. It could be getting closer to Allah, seeking forgiveness, improving self-discipline, or helping the needy.

2. Quran Recitation
Ramadan is the month in which the Quran was revealed. Increase your interaction with the Quran by reading, understanding, and reflecting upon its verses. Start by increasing your daily portion in the lead-up so you can aim to complete the Quran at least once during the month of Ramadan.

3. Prayer and Supplication
Enhance your prayer life. Perform the five daily prayers on time and add more voluntary prayers (Nafl) to your routine. Engage in supplications (Dua) and seek Allah’s forgiveness and blessings.

4. Charity and Acts of Kindness
Ramadan is a time of increased charity and generosity. Plan how you can help others during this month, whether through financial support, volunteering, or simple acts of kindness.

Preparation:
1. Adjust Your Schedule
Prepare your body by gradually adjusting your eating and sleeping schedules a few weeks before Ramadan starts. Try to wake up early for the pre-dawn meal (Suhur) and modify your meal times to coincide with Iftar (breaking of the fast) timings.

2. Healthy Eating Habits
Focus on consuming balanced Suhur and Iftar meals that provide sustained energy throughout the day. Include complex carbohydrates, proteins, healthy fats, and plenty of fruits and vegetables. Try to stay away from oily or unhealthy foods. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water between Iftar and Suhur.

3. Physical Fitness
Maintain a moderate exercise routine. Opt for lighter activities such as walking, stretching, or yoga. The best times for exercise during Ramadan are after Iftar or before Suhur.

4. Rest and Sleep
Ensure you get enough rest during Ramadan. Adjust your schedule to allow for naps during the day if possible, especially if you’re staying up late for prayers (Taraweeh).

Preparation:
1. Set Realistic Goals
Set achievable goals for fasting, prayer, Quran reading, and other spiritual activities. Don’t overwhelm yourself; the key is consistency and quality.

2. Seek Knowledge
Use the time before Ramadan to learn more about its history, significance, and the rules of fasting. Understanding the spiritual and physical benefits of fasting can enhance your Ramadan experience.

3. Connect with the Community
Ramadan is also about community and family. Plan to break your fast with others, attend Taraweeh prayers at the mosque, and participate in communal charity events.

Final Thoughts:
Preparing for Ramadan is about more than just physical readiness; it’s an opportunity to enrich your spiritual life and strengthen your connection with Allah. By planning ahead and setting your intentions, you can ensure a fulfilling and spiritually rewarding Ramadan. Remember, the preparation phase is as much a part of the spiritual journey as the month itself. May this Ramadan bring you peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.

07/03/2024

20 Healing Quran Verses To Comfort You In Hard Times

Discover the profound wisdom of these 20 Quran verses for your inner peace and spiritual well-being.

1. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:286) – The All-Knowing, All-Wise
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear…”

This verse reminds us that even in the face of adversity, Allah (SWT) does not burden us with more than we can handle. It offers the assurance that every trial and hardship has a purpose and can be overcome with patience and trust in Allah’s wisdom.

2. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:45): Seek Help Through Patience and Prayer
“Seek help through patience and prayer; and indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive [to Allah].”

When faced with adversity, the Quran encourages us to turn to prayer and patience. These virtues can provide comfort and strength during hard times, helping us maintain our faith and resolve.

3. Surah Ash-Sharh (94:5-6): With Hardship Comes Ease
“For indeed, with hardship [will be] ease. Indeed, with hardship [will be] ease.”

This verse offers a powerful reminder that after every difficulty, there is relief. It encourages believers to have faith that their troubles will eventually be replaced with ease, providing hope during tough times.

4. Surah At-Tawbah (9:51): Allah’s Support
“Say, ‘Never will we be struck except by what Allah has decreed for us; He is our protector.’ And upon Allah let the believers rely.”

This verse emphasizes the importance of placing trust in Allah during difficult times. It reminds us that Allah is our protector, and relying on Him is the ultimate source of comfort and strength.

5. Surah Al-Ankabut (29:69): Do Not Despair
“And those who strive for Us – We will surely guide them to Our ways. And indeed, Allah is with the doers of good.”

This verse assures us that those who strive and persevere in their faith will be guided by Allah. It instills hope and encourages believers not to despair, as Allah is always with those who do good.

6. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:255): Ayat al-Kursi
“Allah! There is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of existence…”

Ayat al-Kursi is one of the most powerful verses in the Quran. It highlights Allah’s infinite power and knowledge and offers solace by reminding believers of His supremacy, especially during challenging times.

7. Surah Al-Isra (17:109) : Say: ‘Call Upon Allah’
“And they do not call upon Allah, while they have felt His existence, the Exalted in Might, the Wise.”

This verse emphasizes the importance of turning to Allah in prayer and supplication during difficult moments. It reminds us that Allah is the Exalted in Might and the Wise, capable of providing guidance and solutions to our problems.

8. Surah Al-Inshirah (94:1-3): Relief After Hardship
“Did We not expand for you, [O Muhammad], your breast? And We removed from you your burden, which had weighed upon your back…”

This verse narrates the relief that Allah granted to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) after a period of hardship. It serves as a reminder that Allah can alleviate our burdens and provide comfort in the hard times.

9. Surah Al-A’raf (7:126): Seek Allah’s Guidance
“And cause not corruption upon the earth after its reformation. And invoke Him in fear and aspiration. Indeed, the mercy of Allah is near to the doers of good.”

This verse advises believers to seek Allah’s guidance and invoke Him in both times of fear and hope. It reassures us of Allah’s mercy, which is near to those who do good.

10. Surah Al-Hijr (15:85): Seek Refuge in Allah
“And We have not created the heavens and the earth and whatever is between them except in truth. And indeed, the Hour is coming; so forgive with gracious forgiveness.”

This verse reminds us of the ultimate truth and the inevitable return to Allah. It encourages believers to seek His forgiveness and refuge during challenging times, knowing that He is the most gracious and forgiving.

11. Surah Al-Ankabut (29:11): Allah’s Help is Near
“And Allah will surely make evident those who believe, and He will surely make evident the hypocrites.”

This verse reminds us that Allah will distinguish between those who have genuine faith and those who are insincere. It offers comfort by assuring us that Allah’s help and guidance are near for those who truly believe.

12. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:152): Remember Allah’s Blessings
“So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do not deny Me.”

During challenging times, reflecting on Allah’s blessings and expressing gratitude can provide solace. This verse encourages believers to remember Allah and His countless favors, fostering a sense of peace and contentment.

13. Surah Al-Hashr (59:22-24): The Attributes of Allah
“He is Allah, other than whom there is no deity, Knower of the unseen and the witnessed. He is the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful. He is Allah, other than whom there is no deity, the Sovereign, the Pure, the Perfection, the Bestower of Faith, the Overseer, the Exalted in Might, the Compeller, the Superior.”

These verses describe the attributes of Allah, emphasizing His mercy and sovereignty. Reciting them can offer comfort by reminding us of Allah’s vast knowledge and limitless mercy.

14. Surah Al-Ankabut (29:69): The Ultimate Success
“And those who strive for Us – We will surely guide them to Our ways. And indeed, Allah is with the doers of good.”

Repeated here for its significance, this verse reaffirms that striving for Allah’s sake leads to guidance and success. It provides hope and encouragement during challenging moments.

15. Surah At-Tawbah (9:51): Trust in Allah’s Plan
“Say, ‘Never will we be struck except by what Allah has decreed for us; He is our protector.’ And upon Allah let the believers rely.”

Reiterated from the previous list, this verse reminds us to place our trust in Allah’s decree and rely on Him as our ultimate protector.

16. Surah Al-Isra (17:81): The Quran as Healing
“And We send down of the Quran such things that are healing and mercy for the believers…”

This verse highlights the Quran’s role as a source of healing and mercy for believers. It encourages us to turn to the Quran during hard times, knowing that its guidance can provide comfort and solace.

17. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:45): Seek Help Through Patience and Prayer
“Seek help through patience and prayer, and indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive [to Allah].”

Reiterated from the previous list, this verse emphasizes the power of seeking help through patience and prayer during adversity.

18. Surah Al-Qamar (54:17): Ease After Hardship
“And We have certainly made the Quran easy to remember. So is there any who will be mindful?”

This verse emphasizes the Quran’s accessibility and ease of remembrance. It encourages believers to turn to the Quran during difficult moments, as its teachings can provide clarity and guidance.

19. Surah Ash-Sharh (94:6): With Hardship Comes Ease
“And your Lord is going to give you, and you will be satisfied.”

Reiterated from the previous list, this verse reminds us that after hardship, ease will surely follow. It serves as a source of hope and comfort during hard times.

20. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:286): Allah’s Benevolence
Allah does not charge a soul except [with that within] its capacity. It will have [the consequence of] what [good] it has gained, and it will bear [the consequence of] what [evil] it has earned. “Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we have forgotten or erred.

25 Ways to Enter Jannah (Paradise)We all want to enter Jannah but are we sincerely striving for it? There are multiple w...
04/12/2023

25 Ways to Enter Jannah (Paradise)

We all want to enter Jannah but are we sincerely striving for it? There are multiple ways to attain the pleasure of Allah SWT and enter His Jannah. Allah SWT has made it easy for us to enter His Jannah but some of us forget this due to an ‘attachment’ to this temporary worldly life!

Following are some hadiths which will show us 25 ways or good deeds to enter the Jannah. Remember, these are not the ‘only’ 25 ways and there should be ‘sincerity’ and ‘consistency’ in these acts to get Jannat-ul-Firdause (the highest level in Jannah) InshaAllah!

1. Whoever meets Allah without ascribing anything to Him will enter
Jannah. (Sahih al-Bukhari)

2. Whoever believes (has Imaan) in Allah and His Messenger (peace
be upon him), and establishes the prayer and fasts in the month
of Ramadan, it is incumbent upon Allah that He enters him in
Jannah. (Sahih al-Bukhari)

3. Whoever says: “I am pleased with Allah as my Rabb, and with
Islam as my Deen, and with Muhammad (peace be upon him) as
my Prophet, Jannah would be mandatory for him. (Sunan Abu
Dawud)
رَضِيتُ باللهِ رَبَّاً، وَبِالْإِسْلَامِ دِيناً،
وَبِمُحَمَّدٍ صَلَى اللهُ عَلِيهِ وَسَلَّمَ نَبِيَّاً

4. Whoever asks Allah for Jannah three times, Jannah will say: “O
Allah, enter him into Jannah.” (Jami` at-Tirmidhi)
اللّهُـمَّ إِنِّـي أَسْأَلُـكَ الجَـنَّةَ

5. Whoever says “SubhanAllah al-Adthim wa Bihamdihi (Glorified
and Exalted is Allah, The Great, and with His Praise), a date-palm
tree will planted for him in Jannah. (Jami` at-Tirmidhi)
سُبْحَانَ اللّهِ وَ بِحَمْدِهِ ، سُبْحَانَ اللّهِ الْعَظِيمِ

6. Allah has Ninety Nine Names, one hundred minus one, and
whoever believes in their meanings and acts accordingly, will
enter Jannah. (Sahih al-Bukhari)
Visit: 99 Names of Allah

7. Indeed, truthfulness leads to righteousness and indeed
righteousness leads to Jannah. (Sahih al-Bukhari)

8. Whoever builds a Masjid seeking by it the Pleasure of Allah, Allah
will build for him a similar place in Jannah. (Sahih al-Bukhari)

9. Whoever repeats after the Mu’adthin (the caller to prayer) from
his heart (i.e., sincerely) will enter Jannah. (Sunan an-Nasa’i)

10. Whoever calls the Adhan for 12 years, Jannah will become
mandatory for him. (Sunan Ibn Majah)

11. Whoever prays the two cool prayers (Asr and Fajr) will go to
Paradise. (Sahih al-Bukhari)

12. Allah will prepare for him who goes to the mosque (every)
morning and in the afternoon (for the congregational prayer) an
honorable place in Paradise with good hospitality for (what he
has done) every morning and afternoon goings. (Sahih al-
Bukhari)

13. Any one performs the ablution perfectly and then offers 2
rak’ahs of prayers concentrating on them with his heart and face,
paradise will necessarily fall to his lot. (Sunan Abu Dawud)

14. Whoever prays 12 Rak’ah in the day and night, a house in Jannah
will be built for him. (Sunan an-Nasa’i)
2 before Fajr
4 before Zohar & 2 after Zohar
2 after Magrib
2 after Isha

15. Whoever takes a path in search of knowledge, Allah will make
easy for him the path to Jannah. (Jami` at-Tirmidhi)

16. I saw a man going about in Jannah (and enjoying himself) as a
reward for cutting from the middle of the road, a tree which was
causing inconvenience to the Muslims. (Muslim)

17. Whoever can guarantee (the chastity of) what is between his two
jaw-bones and what is between his two legs (i.e. his tongue and
his private parts), I guarantee Paradise for him. (Sahih al-
Bukhari)

18. Anyone whose soul leaves his body and he is free of three
things, will enter Jannah: Arrogance, stealing from the spoils of
war, and debt. (Sunan Ibn Majah)

19. Whoever raises two girls then I and he will enter Jannah like
these two (Prophet indicated with his two fingers). (Jami` at-
Tirmidhi)

20. Whoever visits an ailing person or a brother of his to seek the
Pleasure of Allah, an announcer (angel) calls out: “May you be
happy, may your walking be blessed, and may you be awarded a
dignified position in Jannah”. (Jami` at-Tirmidhi)

21. Allah guarantees him who strives in His Cause and whose
motivation for going out is nothing but Jihad in His Cause and
belief in His Word, that He will admit him into Jannah. (Sahih al-
Bukhari)
22. O people, spread the Salaam (greetings), feed the hungry, and
pray while the people are asleep, you will enter Jannah in peace.
(Sunan Ibn Majah)
23. (The performance of) Umrah is an expiation for the sins
committed between it and the previous Umrah; and the reward
of Hajj Mabrur (i.e., one accepted) is nothing but Jannah. (Sahih
al-Bukhari)

24. Whosoever last words are: LA ILAHA ILLALLAH
will enter Paradise. (Sunan Abu Dawud)

25. Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: If somebody recites this
invocation (given below) during the day, and if he should die
then, he will be from the people of Jannah. And if he recites it in
the night, and if he should die on the same day, he will be from
the people of Jannah.” (Jami` at-Tirmidhi)

اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ رَبِّي لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ خَلَقْتَنِي وَأَنَا عَبْدُكَ وَأَنَا عَلَى عَهْدِكَ وَوَعْدِكَ مَا اسْتَطَعْتُ أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا صَنَعْتُ وَأَبُوءُ إِلَيْكَ بِنِعْمَتِكَ عَلَىَّ وَأَعْتَرِفُ بِذُنُوبِي فَاغْفِرْ لِي ذُنُوبِي إِنَّهُ لاَ يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ

Allāhumma anta rabbī lā ilāha illā anta, khalaqtanī wa ana `abduka, wa ana `alā `ahdika wa wa`dika ma-staṭa`tu. A`ūdhu bika min sharri ma ṣana`tu, wa abū’u ilayka bini`matika `alayya wa a`tarifu bidhunūbī faghfirlī dhunūbī innahu lā yaghfirudh-dhunūba illā ant

O Allah, You are my Lord, none has the right to be worshipped except You, You created me and I am Your servant and I abide to Your covenant and promise as best I can, I take refuge in You from the evil of which I committed. I acknowledge Your favor upon me and I acknowledge my sin, so forgive me, for verily none can forgive sin except You.

May Allah The Almighty guide is, forgive all our sins, help us to stay firm on the right path and unite all of us with our family and friends in His Jannat-ul-Firdause. Ameen.

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