8 BEAUTIFUL BLESSINGS OF RAMADAN THAT WILL INSPIRE YOU THIS HOLY MONTH

Another year, another blessed month of Ramadan! Known as the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, it’s that time of the year when Muslims around the world celebrate this holy month by fasting from sunrise to sunset.
The revelation of the Quran was made to Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa Sallam) during the month of Ramadan, making this holy month a highly significant one. What makes the month of Ramadan so blessed for the Muslims? Let us count the 8 beautiful blessings from this holy month of fasting.
The Act of Fasting: The act of fasting is a blessing on its own as it is one of the pillars of Islam. The five pillars of Islam, with the Quran as a guide, shape a Muslim. It is an obligation for Muslims to fast during the month of Ramadan. “O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:183) Fasting, in the case of Islam, is self-restraint. A Muslim must abstain from food, drink and sexual relations and restrain from negative thoughts during their fast in the month of Ramadan. Fasting is not only beneficial for your physical well-being; it benefits your mental and spiritual health too.
Multiplication of Rewards: The month of Ramadan is all about patience and sincere commitment, and you will be rewarded for them. These rewards come from sincerely performing good deeds and fulfilling your duties as a Muslim during this holy month.