Abu Abdissalam – Seeking Transformation Let This Ramadan Change Your Heart and Mind

			Every year Muslims all over the world abstain from eating and drinking from true dawn to sunset for
30 days at a time. They willingly struggle against the temptation of taking a bite of food or a sip
of cool water, even though they are hungry and thirsty for many hours on end. But why is that? Why
did Allah subhanaw taala ordain this? What are some of the wisdoms of this great act of worship
indeed this pillar of Islam fasting, is it just to empathize with the poor and needy? Or is there an
even greater wisdom
		

			as salaam aleikum wa rahmatullah Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh. I'm your brother Abdus Salam speaking
to you from the blessed city of Makkah. That's Makoto Makara Rama Allah says in the Quran, yah yah
ladina Amanu Kuba Ali como Surya Kumar kotoba Islander Latina men publikum the Isla Contacta Khun, O
you who believe first thing has been prescribed upon you, as it was prescribed upon those before you
so that you may achieve Dukkha this idea is in surah tillbaka first thing during Ramadan is like a
personal lesson to gain something called Dukkha. But what exactly is Taco taco means peering Allah
being mindful and conscious of him and having self control. Therefore as per this is where Allah
		

			says Allah Allah compatible, that fasting was prescribed upon you and those before you saw that you
may achieve Taqwa. As per this ayah we learn that fasting is not just about missing meals. It's
about purifying our hearts, bettering our actions, becoming more God conscious. In other words,
having more taqwa and always knowing that Allah sees, hears and knows all of our deeds and actions.
But how does fasting help us to achieve Taqwa? Well, the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam said,
If one does not abandon falsehood, and acting in accordance with it, Allah subhanaw taala has no
need for him to abandon his food and drink. This hadith was reported Bible Friday, the Prophet
		

			Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wa sallam his words in this hadith remind us that fasting is a means
through which Allah encourages us to develop quality Taqwa within ourselves. It's about aligning our
actions and words with truthfulness and righteousness. In other words, if we cannot abandon the
words and deeds that are normally haram, forbidden in Islam, outside the vast then abandoning things
that are usually halal, food, drink and marital relations, while fasting loses its meaning. The
reason you're avoiding these Halal things during your fast food and drink is to please Allah. So
what about those things that are normally haram outside of the fasting times, things like backbiting
		

			or gossiping, slandering, lying, cheating, cheating at work or in business, looking at or listening
to haram, and so on and so forth. Surely if we are avoiding Halal things during the fast, we should
especially, and moreso avoid the things that are always haram. Even outside of the fast. Ramadan is
all about training and mastering our desires, resisting the temptations and navigating challenging
moments without giving in. It's a reflection of our commitment to Allah subhanaw taala. And of
course, while we abstain from food and drink, knowing that we can eat and drink in just a few hours
time, we should also remember those who are not as fortunate those who need our empathy, the poor
		

			and needy, that should motivate us to give us charity. The Prophet Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wa
sallam was the most charitable in Ramadan. Fasting also has profound health benefits too. While we
don't specifically fast for these health perks that are undeniable fasting aids in weight
management, gives our digestive tract a much needed break and has remarkable effects on lowering bad
cholesterol and blood pressure. Of course, unless we stuff ourselves silly at Iftar time. But let's
not forget, Ramadan isn't about starving ourselves or going on a crazy diet. It's more like a
balanced fasting routine that keeps us healthy. We don't have to eat specific things we can have
		

			whatever is halal just in a sensible way, at Iftar time and beyond all the way up until Trudeau the
physiological benefits of fasting extend to lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels, making it
an ideal recommendation for certain medical conditions. However, it's crucial to note that those
with severe health conditions are exempted from fasting as their health takes precedence. Ramadan
isn't just about spirituality or health. It's about a complete transformation while increasing an
awareness of Allah. People become kinder and our hearts feel more at ease. On Leila Takada
		

			When the angels descend, this night holds immense blessings and an even greater opportunity for
absolute forgiveness. The Prophet Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wa sallam said, Whoever stands in
prayer during the night of paddock The Night of Decree, they literal cada with iman faith and hoping
for its reward, all his previous sins will be forgiven. Allahu Akbar as we prepare for Ramadan.
Let's remember the significance of this blessed month. Let's make the most of it by increasing in
acts of worship, reducing sins and generously giving to those in need. To Zakum Allah Hi, Ron. May
Allah subhanaw taala accept all of our fasting Salas, charity and your eyes during this blessed
		

			month. I'm your brother Abu Abdus Salam speaking to you from Makkah was Salam alaykum Warahmatullahi
Wabarakatuh