It is evident from the examples of the Holy Prophet (pbuh) of Islam, that we should give charity during the month of Ramadhan much more than at other times, care for others, and the needy.
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| Syed Shamshad A. Nasir, Imam and regional missionary, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, USA |
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By Syed Shamshad A. Nasir | Masy 15, 2018
By the Grace of God, the Muslim world has entered the Holy month of Fasting (Ramadhan) this month of May, 2018.
For you to know, Islam has five fundamental pillars, and fasting is one of them. Fasting is mandatory upon every adult Muslim man and woman. Fasting has been mentioned before the advent of Islam, however, it was prescribed in its complete form by Islam. The Holy Quran describes the purpose of fasting in the following words “so that you may become righteous” 2:184. Holy Prophet (pbuh) said “Fasting is a shield, no one should indulge in loose talk, intemperance, evil inclinations, if someone tries to create a discord or fight with, one should simply say I am fasting”
Fasting is not merely staying hungry and thirsty; rather its reality and its impact can only be gained through experience. This is a month of patience, sympathy, empathy and helping the poor and the needy people of the society.
Now a days many people are mindful of their diet and avoid certain foods to remain healthy, science also corroborates the fact that eating less or fasting prevents many health-related issues. Holy Prophet of Islam (pbuh) exhorted 1500 years ago that “observe fast, it will keep you healthy”
The sick, the one in the journey, the children, the elderly, those who are unable to keep the fast because of their health issues with the consultation of their doctors, pregnant women, and suckling mothers are exempted and can complete the count later, when they are in good condition.
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