In Ramadan REFLECT ON ONE’S OWN DEEDS AND DON’T FORGET YOUR NEIGHBOUR

The great significance of the month of Ramadan is its blessing, uniqueness and distinction from other months. It is imperative that we re-evaluate many of the things we do in this holy month (some of which we will look at briefly), out of respect for its significance and appreciation of its symbolism, in order to honour its significance and to gain benefit from it.

Consult your conscience!

There is no better time than these blessed days to hold the conscience accountable and reawaken it, especially the conscience of those within particular institutions and associations, whose hands are stained with corruption and have fallen under the effects of money, temptations and impulse. Thus, they mismanage the administration, make mistakes and harness these institutions to satisfy their personal desires and to serve their relatives, as well as those similarly close and corrupt by employing them and bringing them to the decision centers in twisted ways. Then we see them organising Ramadan Iftars and pretending to be pious and holy, captivating those with their words as they stand on the platforms in front of guests, talking about the great meanings of this holy month. All this without paying attention to themselves, their ill will, and to their actions which are contrary to the simplest rules of Sharia, ethics and generosity.

They have stabbed the holy month of Ramadan twice; once when they did not respect the value of this month and its great spirit and meanings through their insolence that led them to organise iftar’s and give speeches scandalous to their owners, Rigid as their hearts, Empty as their minds, As discredited as they are unconscionable, It hurts everyone with a conscience.

The second stab came about when they discounted the objectives of this Iftar by publishing exhibition photos on social media, through which they boasted about the presence of so-and-so!

Don’t forget your neighbour Ramadan Iftar is a generous tradition and a bridge for communication and connection between the members of society. It must be adhered to within certain parameters in order to link it to the essence and meaning of this holy month. Additionally, we must emphasise the moral, social, cultural and human dimensions of it, and the opportunity to benefit others who are not Muslims. You will not find a more favourable opportunity than the holy month of Ramadan to introduce yourself to others, as well as your morals, culture, humanity, truth and the significance of this holy month, which all stem from the spiritual, psychological and health benefits of fasting, and end with the zakat Al-Fitr.

Inviting your non-Muslim neighbour (whether a neighbour from home, work or mosque) to a simple Iftar, and sharing a Ramadan dish, is superior to holding large exhibitions that contain delicious dishes and sweets, surrounded by tables that carry a lot of extravagance but that ultimately, is a waste of money, food and time.

• Ramadan is a holy month, let us remember its virtue and honour its worth

• it is also the blessed month; let us take advantage of the time for self-improvement and accountability

• It is a generous month. Let us take His generosity and direct it towards the right place.

• Finally, let us have mercy on ourselves, let us have mercy on each another, and let us do what pleases the Most Merciful.

May Allah accept your fasting, prayers and obedience.

May you be blessed this year and every year!

Ramadan Mubarak

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