“When the
month of Ramadan starts, the gates of the heaven are opened and the gates of
Hell are closed and the devils are chained.” (Bukhari)
Hello
readers! I have missed you all my readers. Today I am going to write about how
Ramadan is celebrated.
Before I
tell you more about the celebrations of Ramadan, let me tell you a brief
history of this holy month. It is one of the months in the Islamic calendar and
it was also part of ancient Arab's calendar. The naming of Ramadan stems from
the Arabic root “ar-ramad,” which means scorching heat. Prophet Muhammad
stipulated that the Muslims feed the poor in this month. Towards the end of
Ramadan, zakat-al-fitr, or ‘alms of the breaking of the fast, was a duty on
every able Muslim and equated to a portion of dates or barley given directly
into the hands of the poor. Giving to the poor and needy is the essence of
Ramadan.
As I told
you a little about the history section, now, let me share my ideas of how
Ramadan is celebrated in Pakistan. I know how much Muslims in Pakistan love and
sacredness to prepare for and celebrate the holy month. Waking up early in the
morning for the pre-dawn meal (sehri), refraining from eating, drinking, and even
refrain from marital relations till sunset when they break their fast (iftaar),
spiritual discipline, and increased worship are the best things about the month
of Ramadan. Did I tell you that Iftaar is the best part of the day during
Ramadan? Families enjoy meals, sometimes lavish banquet-style settings,
including different dishes, juices, traditional foods, salads, hand-made bread,
and fruits. Ah! just writing about this made my mouth water. Remember that there
are people too who cannot afford such gala meals, and we must think about them
too, right? Well, some worshipers share their food with those in need. Always
try to be one of those, pals.
Indeed, Ramadan
is considered the most joyful month of the year, and the month ends with the
greatest celebration of all, Eid al-Fitr. Around the world, Muslims celebrate
with lights and decorations, Eid al-Fitr gatherings. After the completion of
thirty days of fasting, Muslims celebrate Eid. The celebrations last for up to
three days, involving praying, feasting, giving gifts and charities. My favourite
part of Eid-ul-fitar is receiving Idhi from elders. Thus, the holy month is filled and ends with
love, happiness, and peace.
My utmost
prayers and wishes with you all on this Ramadan. Amid this world pandemic, this
Ramadan is special, I hope whoever gets to fast, let it for all the people who
cannot fast and be part of this holy month.
Written by Sehrish Fatima
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