Some benefits of Ramadan

Bismillah ar-Rahman ar-Raheem --In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

“… Observing al-sawm (the fasting) is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become al-muttaqoon (the pious).” [al-Baqarah 2:183] 

     


       The Holy month of Ramadan will be, InshaahAllah, a month full blessings and as Muslims we should make the best of it.  I want to share some benefits of this month, not without stating that it's Allah's decree and His commandment for us to fast... and that, by itself, is more than enough. MashAllah!

Benefits of Ramadan

-Physical body -- It has been proven that fasting lowers one's blood glucose and insulin level, and helps for weight control (if we don't abuse at Iftar).  Total fasting also reduces or eliminates hunger and causes rapid weight loss.

-Purification of the heart ♥ -- Through fasting, we experience hunger and thirst, and sympathize with those who have little to eat every day, and it is through charity that we develop feelings of generosity and good-will toward others. The Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu alayhi wa salam) once said, "A man's wealth is never diminished by charity."  

♥Ramadan cleanses the heart♥!!

- Self-Control -- During Ramadan we practice self-control, and through self control we practice good manners, good speech, good habits, good deeds, and we can even build up healthier relationships and better lifestyles! Alhamdulillah!

-Fasting gives us an Iman boost! -- Through prayers and increased devotion, we feel closer to our Creator, and we recognize that everything we have in this life is a blessing from Him.  We pray even more and we are more conscious of the things that we usually take for granted, and this take us to re-evaluate ourselves. SubhanAllah!

And most important: WE ARE OBEYING ALLAH and we state that we are His slaves.  Allahu Akbar!

Till next time, InshaahAllah! Allah bless you! Asalamo Alaikum :)