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

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

Living with your non-Muslim family as a new Muslim poses many different challenges and in my experience, Ramadan is one of the biggest challenges.
The challenges of course vary from family to family, but can be particularly challenging if they aren't open to your new-found faith or to certain aspects of it.

Managing Ramadan with Your Non-Muslim Family

Ramadan is the season of goodness, blessings; a time in which rewards are multiplied and heart is purified of all spiritual diseases and the body of burdens and worldly desires.

Ramadan: Get Ready for the Season of Goodness

Are you overwhelmed? Are you nervous about the countdown to Ramadan? Is this your first time fasting during the Holy Month? How can I get ready?

Ramadan Countdown for New Muslims

The month of Sha`ban is the eighth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which has a special significance and a special night as well.

Sha`ban: A Special Month with a Special Night

What are the Sunnahs of `Eid? What are the etiquettes of `Eid? How to perform `Eid Prayer?

`Eid Al-Fitr: Etiquettes and Prayer

Imagine for a moment that it's raining. It is pouring, in fact. And imagine that you are inside your house, watching as it falls. But imagine that there is something very different about this rain. It is unlike any other you've ever seen. On this day, it is not raining water. It is raining something much more precious to you. Imagine that on this day it is raining hundred dollar bills.

Ramadan: Raining with Mercy

As we eagerly anticipate the beginning of the Blessed Month of Ramadan, the staff of Zaytuna Institute wishes all of our volunteers, friends, and supporters an accepted and purifying fast.

Approaching Ramadan

Devotion and piety can themselves become habit. When a person starts concentrating in prayer, it is difficult at first to keep focus. The mind is easily distracted. However, after years of persistence, devotion and presence of mind in prayer become second-nature.

Fasting in Ramadan: Worship or Habit?

In this video you will learn about the importance of the fasting during Ramadan and how to prepare your mind, heart and spirit for the month.

Prepare for Ramadan: Your Mind

Fasting is supposed to make us more righteous, more pious. What should we do to prepare for the month, which is is just on the corner, and get the best out of it?

Prepararation for Ramadan: Your Body

While Muslims all over the world wait eagerly for the yearly coming of Ramadan, yet, harder still is to fast from one's vain desires and bad habits.

Fasting From One’s Desires

This booklet is aimed at helping you understand the health issues related to fasting, so that you are able to make more informed choices, minimise complications and maximise the benefit of your fast. The booklet will: guide you through physiological changes that occur when you are fasting; give examples of beneficial and harmful foods during […]

Ramadan Health Guide

Fasting is not purely intended for deprivation of food and drink and lawful sexual relations. In fact, fasting serves other purposes as well, such as uplifting the spirit of a fasting believer and giving him or her self-restraint and control over vain desires. To know more about the secrets of fasting, watch this lecture by Sheikh Yasir Birjas.

The Secret of Fasting in Ramadan

Fasting is one of the pillars of Islam. But why do we fast during Ramadan? in this video a number of sheikhs and da`iyahs speak about the virtues, rewards..

Fast of Ramadan: A Way of Life

Just as Muslims are required to pray how he prayed, fast how he fasted, and turn to their Creator with utmost sincerity and devotion, they are instructed to make it their life's endeavor to live as he lived, emulating him in each and every facet of their humanly existence.

A Day in Ramadan with the Prophet