Sightseeing after Haj and December Umrah with British haj travel

Sightseeing after Haj and December Umrah with British haj travel

SAUDI tour guides volunteered to host 260 Indian pilgrims for sightseeing in historic Jeddah last Saturday.

This initiative was conducted by a group of professional and specialist tourist guides from Jeddah Our Days of Bless Establishment, Unique Tours Company, and the Heart of Jeddah group.

The initiative aims at hosting 1 million pilgrims in historic Jeddah, which was registered as a UNESCO world heritage site in 2014.

The Indian pilgrims started their visit from the historical gate, from where the volunteering tourist guides took them through the narrow alleys of the old city to visit the famous historic houses such as the House of Ba’eeshen, and the House of Salloom, which is more than eight hundred years old. Then they visited the "Jeddah Our Days of Bless Library”, and “Jeddah Our Days of Bless Gallery”, which contains many portraits by local artists representing the culture and heritage of Jeddah.

Samer Komosani, one of the tour guides and executive partner in Unique Tours, emphasized: “A group of volunteers who adore the city of Jeddah and wanted to have a role in serving the pilgrims came up with the initiative. We hope that this first wave of pilgrims who visited the historic Jeddah would be the core for making new projects that serve the sites of historic Jeddah and create more job opportunities for the youth in the tourism industry.”

Francisco Rosique, a Spanish expatriate who adores the Saudi Hijazi Culture and Heritage, joined the group. Rosique was wearing the Hijazi traditional outfit throughout the visit.

He said visits historic Jeddah every weekend. “On weekends, I dress up in traditional Hijazi costume and come to the historical area with my friends to spend some time around the old historical houses," Rosique said.

"I think the tradition and culture of Jeddah is very nice and beautiful. Many times I have visited Madinah Al-Tayebat International Museum of Science and Knowledge in Jeddah," he added.

One of the tourist guides who volunteered in the initiative was the first Saudi female tourist guide, Abeer Abu Sulayman. She noted: “We would like to let the pilgrims experience real tourism inside Saudi Arabia. We want them to see the beautiful parts of our country, one of them the historic area of Jeddah, which is a UNESCO world heritage site.”

Abu Sulayman added, "Today we were lucky to receive 260 pilgrims. All the activities were free for them because we want to elaborate this initiative and to make it a reality for all other pilgrims."

Abu Sulayman said she been working in the historical area since 2011, and with the Saudi Vision 2030, she was sure women were going to have a big role in the country's tourism industry.

One of the Indian pilgrims, Mazhar Khan, expressed his happiness after praying Maghreb at the historic Al-Shafie Mosque, which is one of the oldest mosques of Jeddah. It was built 800 years ago.

“We were happy to see the historical places of Jeddah, from cultural houses to ancient mosques such as the Al-Shafie Mosque. Every one showed us a lot of respect in the historical area," said Khan.

"The Haj trip was so easy. The Saudi government helped us so much. There were many facilities including water fountains that made our trip far easier than it used to be in the past. I thank Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman for making the Haj trip a very easy and comfortable one," Khan said.

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VIP Hajj packages: Hajj Pilgrims arrived in saudi arabia

VIP Hajj packages: Hajj Pilgrims arrived in saudi arabia

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that pilgrims have started arriving in the Kingdom via land, air and sea ports. British haj travel offer has been VIP Hajj packages 2017.

On Sunday, 325 pilgrims arrived at King Abdul Aziz International Airport in Jeddah on the first Hajj flight from Pakistan, while three other Hajj flights from Pakistan arrived in Madinah with 651 pilgrims on board. More international flights followed.

The ministry began implementing plans adopted by Minister of Hajj and Umrah Mohammed Salih Bentin for this year’s VIP Hajj packages season, which ensure all services will be provided to pilgrims from the time of their arrival in the Kingdom until departure at the end of their Hajj.

The minister urged all sectors operating under the ministry, religious institutions and the General Syndicate of Cars, to ensure implementation of ministry-approved plans and establish cooperation and coordination between all participating agencies.

The minister also instructed all Hajj service centers in Makkah and Madinah to intensify efforts and facilitate all operations concerning pilgrims. He also advised them to strengthen the role of monitoring committees in the field.

Pilgrims are expected to continue arriving in the Kingdom until the fifth day of Dhul Hijjah, with an expected 950,000 pilgrims arriving via King Abdul Aziz International Airport in Jeddah and 750,000 arriving at Prince Mohammed bin Abdul Aziz Airport in Madinah. Around 100,000 pilgrims will arrive by land and sea. Pilgrims from 178 countries are registered for this year’s VIP Hajj packages season.

Moreover, Umrah travel operators from Riyadh will operate the last Umrah travel on Thursday.

A leading Umrah travel agent in the capital said that in view of the Hajj season, the regular coach service from the Riyadh to Makkah and Madinah will be suspended until the end of the Hajj season with the last run on Thursday. He also said that some travel operators wound up their Umrah operations last week.

The Umrah season reached its peak during the holy month of Ramadan which recorded nearly 3 million pilgrims from abroad and from the Kingdom during a 30-day period.
The regular five-day package to Makkah and Madinah is suspended till the Hajj is over, the agent said.

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All praise is due to Allaah, the Lord of the Worlds – This truly has to be one of the most impressive Hajj packages 2017 available. It is so popular that we annually host applicants from all over the United Kingdom and beyond.

British haj travel is now taking bookings for Hajj 2017 with discounts available for groups and families. Places are limited as always and we are usually over subscribed, so book your place early with a small deposit.

You will enjoy the friendly, brotherly (and sisterly) atmosphere that is a hallmark of our packages. Everything is done in accordance to the Sunnah of Allaah’s Messenger (may peace and blessings be upon him), and upon the way of the noble Companions (Allaah be pleased with them all). Our two guides are Religiously educated, speak Arabic and are born and raised in the United Kingdom. They are highly respected for their adherence to the Sunnah – they are friendly and approachable, and quote often bring their families along, which is a bonus for sisters.

As an extra benefit, this particular package holds lectures by well-known speakers of knowledge throughout Hajj period: In the Aziziah apartments, in the tents at Mina, and in Arafah. They are always ready to help with any questions from both men and women. All lectures are in English or translated into English.


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Cheap Umrah package | Umrah flights | British haj travel

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Our skilled and professional travel operators would make sure while design un Umrah package that they get everything in place and also organized, as per your desire and plans. Right from the most excellent, cheap, budget friendly and very affordable airfare, to the hotel accommodations in near vicinity of the Haram shareef, we would make sure you do not have to sweat it out. The Umrah deals experts and professionals behind the whole scene would also provide you hands on advice on how to follow the rules and fulfil the rituals while performing Umrah, especially if this is your first time of performing Umrah.

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Cheap umrah package with Umrah flights In UK

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With 3 more days to go for Ramadan, Umrah package price soars

With 3 more days to go for Ramadan, Umrah package price soars

During the penultimate week of Ramadan, Umrah travel operators in the capital have increased their Umrah package from SR250 ($66.67) to SR300 from its pre-season price of SR80.

A leading hotelier in Makkah told Arab News that hotels are nearing 100 percent occupancy at the end of the holy month.
Domestic pilgrims have taken up 95 percent of Makkah central zone hotel reservations made, then canceled, by Qatari and international pilgrims, Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry member Saad Al-Qurashi was quoted as saying by Okaz newspaper. He said the number of Umrah pilgrims during Ramadan increased this year, reaching 300,000.
He said more than 85 percent of hotel rooms in the central zone around the Grand Mosque are occupied. “Makkah hotels are capable of accommodating the increasing numbers of visitors… the number of pilgrims is expected to reach 15 million, and it is planned to accommodate 30 million pilgrims and Umrah performers by 2030.”
This year, the peak season coincides with the summer holidays. A large number of vacationers, including Saudis, are expected to participate in the pilgrimage this year.
Meanwhile, hospital and health facilities in Makkah have treated 50,000 emergency cases during the first three weeks of the holy month. The Makkah Health Affairs General Directorate said the number of cases admitted to Makkah hospitals numbered more than 5,000 since the beginning of Ramadan. Besides hospital cases, more than 27,000 patients were seen at clinics, and more than 600 babies were delivered.

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Returning to the Holy Qur’an in word and practice

Returning to the Holy Qur’an in word and practice

More than half of the blessed month of Ramadan has passed and we need to be wary of losing that initial fervor and energy we had in the beginning of Ramadan for reading the Qur’an and praying night prayers at the mosque.

Our pious predecessors used to anticipate Ramadan almost all year long and spend their time in worship and making supplication to ready themselves for Ramadan. For the six months before Ramadan, they would ask Allah to grant them long life so that they could witness Ramadan. And after Ramadan, for the next six months they would ask Allah to accept their fasting and prayers in Ramadan.

The present day trials and tribulations, demands on our time, and also the temptations around us can detract from our spiritual growth this Ramadan.

The solution to protect our hearts and remain devoted to Allah is to turn to the Holy Qur’an and connect to the Word of Allah, according to the learned scholar, Shaykh Hamza Yusuf.

Have we integrated the Holy Qur’an into our daily lives by reading the Qur’an, learning it, studying its meanings, listening to its recitation in the home and the car, attending study sessions at the mosque and other learning centers?

In our Islamic tradition, scholars have transmitted that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) has said that the Holy Qur’an is the strong, unbreakable rope that connects us to Allah, and it is a clear light and guidance. Its wonders never cease. The scholars will never be satiated from its meanings and the pious people will never tire or bore from reciting it.

In the Qur’an there is healing, from both physical ailments and ailments of the heart.

As the following verse states, {And We send down of the Qur’an that which is healing and mercy for the believers.} (Chapter 17, verse 82)

The Prophet (peace be upon him) has recommended a number of tools that have medicinal properties which we must not belittle or neglect. Reading the Holy Qur’an while putting your hand on the ailing part of your body can promote healing. Honey, olive oil, and black seeds are also beneficial.

Ramadan is a time to bring back to life the tradition of relying on the Holy Qur’an for guidance, rewards, healing, and for achieving calmness and serenity.

As Allah Himself has promised in the Qur’an, {Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah hearts are assured.} (Chapter 13, verse 28)

The goal is not to simply read the Qur’an hastily or to compete in how many times we can read the entire Qur’an in Ramadan. The goal is also to understand and apply what we read, to improve our character, and to cultivate a year-long habit of reading and studying the Qur’an.

Return to the Qur’an and allot a certain amount of time each day to read a portion of the Qur’an. Some chapters are prescribed to be read more regularly than others. For example, it is recommended to read the chapter, Al-Khaf (The Cave) every Friday.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “Whoever reads Surah al Kahf on the day of Friday will have a light that will shine from him from one Friday to the next.” (Al-Jaami)

It was the practice of our pious predecessors to read Al-Waqiah (The Inevitable) every night after Maghreb prayers, and Al-Mulk (The Kingdom) every night after Ishaa prayers.

Moreover, if we were to practice in our lives what we read in the verses of the Qur’an, we could really transform our own character, and transform our societies.

Do not just rush over the verses, but apply the verses in your life, such as the following.

{And speak to people good [words] and establish prayer and give zakah.} (Chapter 2, verse 83)

How many social problems and friction in families could be avoided if we spoke kind words to one another, prayed our prayers, and helped those in need?

{Eat and drink but be not excessive.} (Chapter 7, verse 31)

If we could implement eating and drinking in moderation how many health problems could we prevent? Health professionals recommend eating and drinking moderately to prevent obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancers.

{And the servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk upon the earth easily [lightly]} (Chapter 25, verse 61)

One way of walking on the earth lightly is to decrease the environmental pollution we are contributing to.

So we can see how Ramadan is actually a school, in which we read the Qur’an and learn and train ourselves to grow spiritually and in other areas of our lives as well.

It may be more difficult for some; it could be a struggle for non-Arabic speakers to read the Holy Qur’an. But there is hope and optimism for those who find hardship in reading the Qur’an.

Aisha, the wife of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) narrated that he said, “Verily the one who recites the Qur’an beautifully, smoothly, and precisely, he will be in the company of the noble and obedient angels. And as for the one who recites with difficulty, stammering or stumbling through its verses, then he will have twice that reward.” (Saheeh Al-Bukhari)

For those who find it challenging to read the Qur’an, I hope they will persevere and they will receive double the rewards from Allah. Now, more than any other time, is the season for reading the Qur’an because the good deeds for reading one letter of the Qur’an is not only 10, but can be multiplied to up to 700 times more.

The language was not a barrier for hundreds and thousands of students of the Qur’an from all countries across the world, who mastered reading and memorizing the Qur’an. Fatih Seferagic is Bosnian but he was born in Germany and moved to the United States when he was four years old. Arabic was not his native tongue, but he managed to memorize the Holy Qur’an and now teaches the Qur’an and leads people in prayer in mosques in the US. And for thousands like him, Allah makes it easy on those who have a sincere intention to pursue their studies of the Holy Qur’an.

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Umrah flights 2017 - Umrah Packages with flights from UK

Umrah flights 2017 - Umrah Packages with flights from UK

British haj travel offers its customers the direct Umrah flights to Jeddah from the UK. The pilgrims on the Hajj and the Umrah, touches the base of the holy land of Arabia through their Umrah flights to Jeddah. Just fascinate yourself with the cheap Umrah flights to Jeddah from the UK, and have the Arabian delight on the Arabian peninsula.

The stunning Red Sea coast city of Jeddah is just in your reach, then a couple of distinctive parts of Saudi Arabia, and in any case, being a passage to travelers rushing toward the hallowed regions of Makkah and Madinah in the midst of Hajj season with Jeddah flights. It is a splendid destination in its own privilege. The city is prominent for eminent coral houses in its al-Balad or past developed town, district, by going there you can moreover find the world's most mystifying spring named as the King Fahd Fountain, and the amazing floating mosque. The attractive and magnificent scuba diving local people in the Red Sea are different fantastic inspirations to visit this spot with Umrah flights to Jeddah, and Jeddah is also a sanctuary for all with shopping plazas including Al Seraifi highlighting the top originator and excessive brands.

The British haj travel agency offers the valued customers the direct Umrah flights to Jeddah and then the transit flights to Makkah and the flights to Medinah as well. The special flights to Jeddah with Umrah packages 2017 provides a great deal of eye catching scenes in the Jeddah to the great delight of the Arabian society. Book Umrah flights to Jeddah with British haj travel as the Jeddah flights are the need of Hajj and Umrah travelers. We also offer direct flight to Medinah from UK and the transit flights to Makkah. The pilgrim may save up to 25% on booking their flights to Jeddah from British haj travel. Wherever you may want to set off, Makkah, Madinah or Jeddah, British haj travel would bring you there with exclusive Umrah packages 2017. Being the Headquarters of the Eastern Naval Command and the international airport of the Saudi Arabia, Jeddah receives a great number of international flights from each and every corner of the globe. The colonial architecture of the Jeddah is one of the great attractions in the city for the tourists.

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You have been a devout Muslim all your life, and followed the four pillars of Islam religiously. Now, here is your opportunity to complete the fifth pillar, which has existed since the times of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him), and this pillar is ‘the hajj’. Billions have done this revered act of pilgrimage before you. If you have made an intention today, then the time has come for you now to embark on this self-purifying journey.

The hajj and Umrah packages allow you to stand before The Almighty Allah on the Arafat plains and ask for forgiveness of your sins. You can be with other Muslims from different parts of the world in Muzdalifah, and get to stone the devil in Mina. You would make Tawaf by going around the Kaabah and get to pray behind the imam in Madinah.

A number of packages are listed, ranging from the most elegant to the affordable ones. You can choose your own special Umrah packages and get the best deals to suit your budget. You would be provided with all the comfort and practical advice required for the completion of this wonderful journey.

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Fitness & Feasting During Ramadan - Ramadan Umrah packages 2017 with British haj travel

We all know that the Ramadan is a month of spiritual cleansing as well as physical health benefits. Fasting has the amazing benefits in the personality of the human beings. To keep your hunger in control from dawn to dusk makes a person tolerant and organized.

As you will observe that in the month of Ramadan you have the more organized structure of your daily life routine than the normal one. You will be feeling that after having the fast you will feel the amazing emotional structure in your personality. Most of that you learn that self-control that is the main thing in your personality as you have self-control then you will see that you can easily control your stress, frustration, negativity and other things.

No doubt Ramadan is a blessed month and having lots of benefits associated with it. Believers always try to seek the pleasure of Allah Almighty and wait for the right moment and the right time and to get the pleasure of Allah Almighty there is nothing better than the Holy month of Ramadan. Even you will find the importance of this Holy month in the Hadith of the Holy Prophet Peace be upon him, explanations are, that person is worthless and a great loser who found the Holy month of Ramadan and didn’t find the forgiveness for himself from the Allah Almighty who is very kind and beneficent. Look at the powerful words of the hadith of the Holy Prophet Peace be upon him and analyses yourself where we stand. In our common life, we usually eat different types of the blessings of Allah Almighty daily though we give charity as well and feed the hunger but not that extent but in this Holy month you will find that we practically feel the pains of those who don’t have sufficient food and the sufficient facilities in their lives. When we keep fast then we feel the emotions of the hungry person realizes the importance of the facilities that we have and others haven’t. some people are so much blessed with the health and wealth they made the religious tours in this Holy month through the Ramadan Umrah packages 2017. They not only take the blessings of this month in their homes but the bundles of blessings by having themselves in the house of Almighty.

The month of Ramadan has not only the blessings associated to it but also has the lots of disciplines with it. As this one month give you enough training for the rest of 11 months. Fitness is one of the most important things that needs to be achieved in this month and that can only be attained through the special plannings and the self-control in the matter of diet chart. We are also well known those personalities who have mad their fast with great devotion and when the times comes to break their fast, they don’t seem to have the balance in their diet that causes the different types of the health problems. When you are on a journey, you specially make the arrangements for the food as many people avail the Hajj packages 2017 and have properly balanced diet while performing their religious deeds. So, we should consume the diet with fewer fats but more proteins as we should make the use of fruits at the time to break the fast and control our self from over eating.

If you follow the chart of the diet that the Holy Prophet Peace be upon him, then it is impossible to have any kind of serious diseases in your life. more than sixty percent disease causes due to our imbalanced food. And we don’t create the balance in our food then we face the different types of the problems regarding do the prayers specially traweeh Prayer. So, make yourself steadfast for the preparation of this Holy month and we should realize that it will come only once in a year so that we have proper planning to avail with the facilities of this month. We should always pray from Allah Almighty to have the great devotion for the religion and love for the prophets and the noble things mentioned in the Quran so we can raise our standards in the heavens as Heavens have different ranks so every person desire to get the best and now you really have chance to make the best arrangements for yourself.

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Ramadan witnesses more visitors to religious, tourist sites in Madinah

Ramadan witnesses more visitors to religious, tourist sites in Madinah

Ramadan is the time of year when religious and historical venues linked to the Prophet, peace be upon him, after his Hijra to Madinah are of particular interest to Madinah visitors.
These places are popular destinations for visitors before they meet for iftar in public squares, enjoying the wide-ranging services the government offers visitors to the Two Holy Mosques throughout the year.
During the holy month of Ramadan, visits are made to the far-off historic sites, even though summer temperatures reach as high as 50 degrees during daytime.
Tourists also head to Quba, Qiblatayn, Al-Khandaq, Al-Ghamama and Al-Ijaba Mosques, as well as the Uhud martyrs square and the King Fahd Complex for Printing the Holy Qur’an.
These famous sites are connected to glorious times dating back 14 centuries.
The journeys are well worth taking, considering that the mosques and the historical sites have been well taken care of by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs. This ensures that visitors enjoy modern amenities, such as air conditioning, water, lighting systems in and outside the mosques, particularly during Ramadan and Haj seasons that usually witness a large number of pilgrims and visitors.
The Madinah mayoralty also makes sure that gardens are well tended and that street vendors selling food meet the required hygienic standards, while the security personnel take all measures to ensure safe travel for visitors to these religious and historical sites.
The Quba mosque is the second most popular attraction for pilgrims after the Prophet’s Mosque, being the first mosque built by the Prophet, who used to visit it and pray in it on his first day of Hijra to Madinah. It was rebuilt several times.
Buses and other vehicles converge on the Uhud martyrs square, which becomes every year a large Islamic forum for people of all nationalities.
The Sayyed Al-Shuhada Mosque, considered Madinah’s largest mosque as it can accommodate 15,000 worshippers, was built in this same square.
It is also the place where the tomb of an Uhud martyr from among the companions of the Prophet can be found.
During Ramadan, some people prefer to dedicate themselves to spiritual rituals, while others prefer marketplaces and commercial centers where they shop and buy gifts for families.
Others opt for the tranquility of the Hijaz railway station, 2 km away from the Prophet’s Mosque, where they enjoy the family-friendly setting.

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Changing our objectives this Ramadan

Changing our objectives this Ramadan

Each Ramadan is a new opportunity to gain rewards from Allah.

How can we maximize our Ramadan this year; or how can we benefit most from this holy month?

Should our objectives for Ramadan mainly be increasing our worship, from prayers to reading Qur’an to voluntary night prayers to giving charity to the remembrance of Allah? That is indeed praiseworthy and we know that the rewards for such good deeds will be multiplied up to 700 times in Ramadan. Alternatively, should our focus this Ramadan be on trying to quit bad habits and discontinue the sins we are committing, whether openly in public or in the privacy of our homes? Or does it mean both increasing our acts of worship and staying away from sins?

The majority of people concentrate on performing more prayers, reading more Qur’an, and donating more in Ramadan. On the other side, they fail to pinpoint the sins they may be committing and they fall short in staying away from these sins and fulfilling the requirements needed to seek repentance and forgiveness from Allah.

It is not easy to avoid falling into sin, and many of us are unaware of the gravity of the matter. The sins we may partake in cannot be lumped into one category. The forms and shapes of sins vary. To free ourselves from sin requires a great deal of self-evaluation and looking inwards, because some sins are hidden from the eyes of the people and they silently creep up on us. The diseases of the heart are considered sins, yet they are unseen by others, such as envy, jealousy, arrogance, hypocrisy, or having rancor in our hearts for our fellow Muslim brothers and sisters.

The diseases of the heart are particularly dangerous because they are serious sins, yet they may linger in our hearts unchecked if we do not try our best to rid ourselves of them. We must immediately turn to Allah and make a sincere and honest repentance from these sins. It requires that we search deeply within ourselves, because sometimes we may commit these sins without even being conscious of them. If you are unaware of this underlying disease of the heart, then it is harder to treat. By constantly checking and analyzing our internal mental and emotional state, we can correct these mistakes before they take hold of our hearts.

There is a second category of sins which is manifested in the physical limbs of your body. These sins are more obvious, such as lying, stealing, backbiting, looking at that which is unlawful in Islam, eating impermissible foods.

Among the greatest ways a believer can come closer to Allah is to avoid committing acts which Allah has forbidden us to do. It may be relatively easy for a believer to pray, fast, perform the pilgrimage, give in charity, but it is more difficult to battle the whisperings of evil, for example and hold one’s tongue from lying or backbiting or gossiping.

The devout believer must beware of falling into sins in Ramadan and maintain this all year long. The worshiper avoids looking at inappropriate scenes, dealing with usury and interest, slandering, backbiting, and defaming people in the community.

It is relatively easy to fast from food and drink, but it requires more effort to be able to fast from the sins of the tongue. That is also a type of fasting, as Maryam, may Allah be pleased with her, was ordered to fast from speaking.

Allah prescribed silence for Maryam, as mentioned in the Qur’an in the following verse.

{ So eat and drink and be contented. And if you see from among humanity anyone, say, ‘Indeed, I have vowed to the Most Merciful abstention, so I will not speak today to [any] man.} (Chapter 19, verse 26)

Fasting from idle talk, spreading rumors, and attacking people’s honor and dignity is an essential part of fasting which we tend to overlook.

Abu Hurayrah narrated that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should speak a good word or remain silent.” (Sahih Bukhari)

It is easy to abstain from food and drink during the fast. However, the objective of fasting in Ramadan is not simply to give up food and drink, it is to purify the soul, cleanse the heart, create a higher level of mental awareness of Allah, and to refine our character. The true challenge when fasting is the struggle to overcome one’s inner desires, whims, and impulses.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him said, “Perhaps a person fasting will receive nothing from his fasting except hunger and thirst.” (Ahmad)

In another Hadith, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “Whoever does not give up false statements (i.e. telling lies), and evil deeds, and speaking bad words to others, Allah is not in need of his (fasting) leaving his food and drink.” (Sahih Bukhari)

This is the essence of Ramadan, and this is what we are missing. True fasting differentiates the devout believer who is sincerely seeking the pleasure of Allah from the average person who is hoping to gain the admiration of people and their praise and approval. True fasting distinguishes sincere worship of Allah from merely fasting as a habit or cultural practice.

The great scholar, Ibn Taymiyyah, said that a good person and a bad person can both do good deeds, but it is only a pious person who can stay away from sins. A sinful person may be quick to do good deeds, but still takes interest on money, eats prohibited foods, and looks at what is impermissible. Fear of
Allah is what stops a devout, pious person from sinning.

Staying away from sins should be our primary objective this Ramadan. To accomplish this we need to first identify which sins we have become accustomed to committing. Be honest with yourself. Once we have determined the sins we want to quit, we can make a sincere repentance to Allah.

Repentance is more than simply repeating the phrase, “O Allah, forgive me.” Repentance is feeling a sense of remorse, hating to go back to the sin, being determined not to fall into the sin again, and of course asking Allah for forgiveness. When a believer’s repentance is accepted by Allah, the believer becomes free of sin, like a new born baby.

Abu Hurayrah reported that Allah’s Messenger (peace be upon him) said, “Allah is more pleased with the repentance of His servant when he turns penitently towards Him than one of you would be on finding his lost camel.” (Muslim)
Therefore, our objectives this Ramadan, in addition to reading the entire Qur’an, praying until late at night, and giving in charity, is to break away from the sins we have been committing and sincerely turn and repent to Allah.

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source: saudigazette.com.sa