The angel Gabriel recited the entire Quran to Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) each year during Ramadhan. For this reason, emphasis is put on reciting more Quran during Ramadhan. It is recommended to recite the entire Quran at least once in the 30 days.
Source/Credit: Baltimore Faith & Culture Examiner
By Amatus Khan | July 31, 2012
Recharged after a recent visit by Khalifa of Islam, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (AMC) in Baltimore is diligently observing Ramadhan. Every weekend during this blessed month, its members gather at the mosque to break their fast together at the sunset. The mosque at Garrison Blvd. is overfilled with attendees. Adults and children look forward to this experience all week long. Attendees listen to a lecture on the Quran for about an hour before the fast breaks with the call for Maghrib, the evening prayer. Each person is handed a date to break the fast, in accordance with Islamic tradition. After performing Maghrib prayer they enjoy the iftar meal together. A feeling of brotherhood fills the room.
Self control and compassion for others are some of the many benefits offered by Ramadhan. Aysha Khan, a student at Dulaney High School in the suburbs of Baltimore says, "I think the biggest thing for me is the self control exercise. Ninety five percent of all the problems in life stem from self control issues.”
Recharged after a recent visit by Khalifa of Islam, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (AMC) in Baltimore is diligently observing Ramadhan. Every weekend during this blessed month, its members gather at the mosque to break their fast together at the sunset. The mosque at Garrison Blvd. is overfilled with attendees. Adults and children look forward to this experience all week long. Attendees listen to a lecture on the Quran for about an hour before the fast breaks with the call for Maghrib, the evening prayer. Each person is handed a date to break the fast, in accordance with Islamic tradition. After performing Maghrib prayer they enjoy the iftar meal together. A feeling of brotherhood fills the room.
Self control and compassion for others are some of the many benefits offered by Ramadhan. Aysha Khan, a student at Dulaney High School in the suburbs of Baltimore says, "I think the biggest thing for me is the self control exercise. Ninety five percent of all the problems in life stem from self control issues.”
Fasting in Islam is obligatory for healthy adults who are not travelling. Abstaining from any food or drink during fasting is required from dawn to dusk. It gives stomach a chance to rest from the constant use during the year and helps body rid of any toxins accumulated overtime in its fat stores. This month offers to experience what the poor go through when they do not get to eat or drink, resulting in feelings of compassion for the less fortunate.
An eight-year-old member of AMC, Sajeel Haider, says, "I look forward to iftar in the mosque since I get to meet my friends." He responds with excitement in his voice, “I enjoy Ramadhan because I get to read more Quran. I get to do my prayers on time."
The first Quranic revelation was sent during the blessed month of Ramadhan. The angel Gabriel recited the entire Quran to Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) each year during Ramadhan. For this reason, emphasis is put on reciting more Quran during Ramadhan. It is recommended to recite the entire Quran at least once in the 30 days.
Bringing man closer to the creator, Ramadhan provides a chance to thank the Almighty for the many blessings we enjoy without giving any second thoughts. The freedom from food and other such needs turns consciousness towards God. Muslims are required to refrain from lying, cheating or engaging in any other immoral behavior. Ramadhan provides a great opportunity to break any bad habits or addictions. Good moral values adopted during this month should become part of one’s personality instead of being discarded as the month leaves.
Prophet Muhammad, pbuh, described this month as “the month of mercy.” He was at his most generous during this month. Talking about Prophet’s generosity, Khalifa of Islam Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, said in the recent Friday sermon on July 27, 2012:
“The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) used to pay alms and give to charity throughout the year on a matchless scale but during Ramadan his charity used to gain the intensity of fierce wind.”
With this spirit of giving during the blessed month of Ramadhan, Baltimore community of Ahmadi Muslims is collecting canned food to donate to Maryland Food Bank. In addition to this, each year AMC Baltimore participates in a national drive to collect donations for the children in needy countries to send them as a present for Eid-ul-Fitr, hoping to bring smiles to their faces.
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