Over 3000 Muslim athletes competed in the Olympics earlier this summer and at the same time it was Ramadan. Like thousands of my constituents in Leicester, many of those athletes will have observed the fast. With this in mind this year I wanted to make an effort to appreciate Ramadan on a much deeper and indeed personal level.

Why I Spent a Day Fasting This Ramadan and What I Learnt

Ramadan is the month in which Muslims observe the obligatory fast which has been prescribed by God on those who believe in Him as it was prescribed on previous nations. In this Special Folder, we will focus on fasting and its related issues.

All About Ramadan (1433/2012)

Fasting is one of the pillars of Islam. It is observed by Muslims during the month of Ramadan, a season of intense worship. How can Muslims make the best use of those precious moments? What should they do and not do while fasting? And what are the benefits that can be gained out of this blessed month? Watch this video to know the answers and more…

Ramadan: The Month of Fasting and Spirituality

What rights do the poor and needy have in Islam? Why are we, Muslims, entitled to pay prescribed amount of money? For the benefit of whom? Shouldn’t it be a matter of individual freedom?

Rights of the Poor and Needy in Islam

Twelve people from Yathrib pledging allegiance to the Prophet that they would worship only the One God, no others, were to constitute the first Muslim community in Yathrib before hijrah.

First Muslim Community in Madinah & the Groundwork for Hijrah

What do you know about the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah? What are the recommendable acts during them, and what is prohibited?

First Ten Days of Dhul-Hijjah: Do’s and Don’ts

Every year millions of Muslims from around the world pour into Makkah on the lifetime spiritual
journey of Hajj. Here's a

A Brief Guide to Hajj (Poster)

`Eid Al-Adha is the tenth day of Dhul-Hijjah, the last month of the Hijri or Islamic calendar. Learn about the `Eid, its rulings, etiquette and acts of Sunnah…

Etiquettes and Rulings of `Eid Al-Adha

Learn about the Ud-hiya, its rulings, conditions, the best of Ud-hiyas and the ruling pertaining to it….

Rulings and Conditions of Udhiyah

By His wisdom, God gave preference to some places and times over others. For Muslims, Friday is the best day of the week, Ramadan is the best month of the year, “Laylat al-Qadr” is the best night in Ramadan, the day of “Arafah” is the best day of the year. Likewise the first ten days of the month of “Dhul-Hijjah” are the blessed days for Muslims.

Ten Blessed Days: Don’t Miss

Now a Muslim, why am I obliged to pay zakah? Why has it been prescribed at all? If it is about charity, shouldn’t I have the choice to give it or not?

Zakah: Great Wisdom and Many Reasons

What are the Five Pillars of Islam and what is the origin of this expression? Which comes first, and why? Are they all what Islam is about? In other words, do I need anything beside them to be Muslim?

The Five Pillars of Islam: Their Meaning and Priority

The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “Save yourself from Hell-fire even by giving half a date-fruit in charity.” (Al-Bukhari)

The Prophet On Charity and Its Virtues

Discussing the objectives of our actions is an important thing because to do so is to discuss the actions in a true and deep way. It is possible that if we do not know why we are doing certain things, we could miss the entire point behind the action itself.

Objectives of Fasting and Ramadan

Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan? What are the spiritual goals of fasting? Why do Muslims pay attention to the Qur'an during Ramadan?
Watch this video by Imam Suhaib Webb to know the answer to these questions.

Why Do Muslims Fast during Ramadan?

To get the best of Ramadan, in sha’ Allah, one needs to prepare well and put the plan before Ramadan knocks the door without being ready to receive it. It is the month of the year, and the actual loser is the one who witnesses Ramadan without

How to Prepare for Ramadan in Sha`ban

It is unlawful for the one giving sadaqah to remind the recipient of his generosity, to reproach him, or to make a show with his sadaqah.

Things That Invalidate Your Sadaqah

How can one get closer to God through specific acts of worship? Is it through obligatory or supererogatory acts we may reach such closeness?

Dhikr: Closeness through Worship

What is the real `ibadah (worship) for which God has created you and which He has enjoined upon you? Why do we worship God?

Worship: A Lifelong Service

Sadaqah is not restricted to any special deed of righteousness. The general rule is that all good deeds are sadaqah. Learn about some of them here..

Give Sadaqah Even If You Have Nothing