Importance of Ramadan in Islam

Amir Hamza Shaukat
Importance of Ramadan in Islam

Ramadan is a holy month of fasting for the Muslims, the followers of Islam. Fasting is one of the five fundamental principles of Islam.

It is celebrated as the month during which Prophet Muhammad SAW received the initial revelations of Quran, the holy book.

The most important aspect of fasting is niyyah, which means intention and Muslims must have strong niyyah during fasting they must not simply or accidentally abstain from food.

Islam encourages us to perform the actions of generosity and compulsory charity and Muslims believe that Ramadan teaches us to practice self-discipline, self-control, patience and sacrifice. Fasting gives a person patience and keeps away from many evils.

Fasting was made obligatory for the Muslims during the month of Ramadan, As Almighty Allah says in Quran

‘’Oh, you who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you, that you may learn piety and righteousness’’

Five Pillars of Islam

  • Faith. The belief that ‘’There is no God but Allah, and Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah.
  • Prayer
  • Alms
  • Fasting
  • Pilgrimage

Blessings of Ramadan in Islam

Ramadan is the month of Allah’s blessings. In Ramadan all past sins of a fasting person will be forgive.

Prophet Muhammad S.A.W said:

‘’Whoever fasts Ramadan out of faith and hope for reward, his past sins will be forgiven.’’

The Holy month of the Ramadan is the 9th month is Islamic calendar.

Sincere and proper fasting in full month of Ramadan is very beneficial for individuals and society as a whole it develops piety and self-restrained

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Fasting helps to resists unlawful desires and habits which would help against evil.

In addition, Hearts are directed away from worldly material goods and get directed to Almighty, His Religion and His revelation, The Holy Quran, in the month of Ramadan.

Due to the blessings and rewards associated with this Holy month, Muslims are encourage to give and help others to their best of ability.