4. What is it? it is an internal state of the heart that is consciously achieved by continuous struggle and effort as we reflect on the blessings and mercy of God and strive to block out the whispers of negativism and dissatisfaction that keep our souls in a state of ungratefulness. Why is it important? This concept of gratitude is very important because being grateful to God is essential to one’s well-being in life. A heart filled with thankfulness has no room for self-pity or despair. With the proper understanding that praise and thankfulness is due to God in every circumstance, souls find satisfaction and hearts find peace.

10. Ramadan is a sacred and blessed time…why ? 4 3 2 1 There are many kinds of worship in Ramadan, such as fasting praying Qiyam Al-Layl (Night Vigil Prayer) feeding the poor performing i`tikaf giving charity, and reading the Qur’an. In this month the gates of Paradise are opened and the gates of Hell are shut, and the devils are chained up. For that thebest of Books to the best of the Prophets (peace and blessings be upon them all) was revealed The Almighty Allah says: (The month of Ramadan in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for mankind and clear proofs for the guidance and the criterion (between right and wrong).) (Al-Baqarah 2: 185) For that the best night of the year, which is Laylat Al-Qadr. Almighty Allah says: (Lo! We revealed it on the Night of Power. Ah, what will convey unto thee what the Night of Power is! The Night of Power is better than a thousand months. The angels and the Spirit descend therein, by the permission of their Lord, with all decrees. (That night is) Peace until the rising of the dawn.) (Al-Qadr 97: 1-5)

12. We can’t depend on our own words…However… 1 “ O ye who believe, fasting has been prescribed upon you as it was prescribed upon those before you, so that ye may learn self-restraint”. (Chapter:2, Verse:183)

26. Ramadan is a chance …so, don’t miss it

27. The blessed month of Ramadhaan should remind the believing Muslim of the importance of going back truly and sincerely to the Book of Allaah, the great Book that Allaah has honored by having revealed it during this month. He, The Almighty, Says (what means): “The month of Ramadan [is that] in which was revealed the Quran, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion.” [Quran 2: 185]

34. The Night of Power The highest point of Ramadan for Muslims is seeking the Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power) during the last ten days.

35. What to do in the Night of Glory or Power Narrated Aisha (r.a.a.), Allah’s messenger (s.a.w.) said, “Search for the night of Qadr in the odd nights of the last ten nights of Ramadan”. (Sahih Al-Bukhari, Vol: 3, Hadith no: 234) Aisha (r.a.a.) narrated, “I asked Allah’s Messenger (s.a.w.) what should I do if I find the night of Qadr”. The Holy Prophet (s.a.w.) replied, “Pray to Allah: O our Lord! You are the most Forgiving, You love to forgive, so forgive us”. (Al-Bukhari & Muslim)