Benefits Of Ramadhan :)

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Hello everyone. I’ve found one article about Ramadhan~

Ramadan is a period of fasting, reflection, devotion, generosity and sacrifice observed by Muslims around the world. While major holidays of other faiths have largely become commercialized events, Ramadan retains its intense spiritual meaning.

The word "Ramadan" comes from the Arabic root word for "parched thirst" and "sun-baked ground." It is expressive of the hunger and thirst felt by those who spend the month in fasting. As opposed to other holidays, when people often indulge, Ramadan is by nature a time of sacrifice.

·         Through fasting, a Muslim experiences hunger and thirst, and sympathizes with those in the world who have little to eat every day.

·         Through increased devotion, Muslims feel closer to their Creator, and recognize that everything we have in this life is a blessing from Him.

·         Through increased charity, Muslims develop feelings of generosity and good-will toward others. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) once said, "A man's wealth is never diminished by charity."

·         Through self-control, a Muslim practices good manners, good speech, and good habits.

·         Through changing routines, Muslims have a chance to establish more healthy lifestyle habits -- particularly with regards to diet and smoking.

·         Through family and community gatherings, Muslims strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood, in their own communities and throughout the world.

Ramadan is a very special time for Muslims, but the feelings and lessons we experience should stay with us throughout the year. In the Qur'an, Muslims are commanded to fast so that they may "learn self-restraint" (Qur'an 2:183). This restraint and devotion is especially felt during Ramadan, but we all must strive to make the feelings and attitudes stay with us during our "normal" lives. That is the true goal and test of Ramadan.

May Allah accept our fasting, forgive our sins, and guide us all to the Straight Path. May Allah bless us all during Ramadan, and throughout the year, with His forgiveness, mercy, and peace, and bring us all closer to Him and to each other.

Credit to : http://islam.about.com/od/ramadan/a/ram_benefits.htm

~Syahirah~

-A Rose For My Friends-

-A Rose For My Friends-

I got a dozen roses,

From a friend the other day;

But I only have one left,

For I gave them all away.

I gave one to my sister,

Who to me is very dear,

In hopes that it will bring to her

A little floral cheer.

I took one to a friend

Who’s not feeling very well;

The flower or the visit -

Which helped more I could not tell.

One went to a friend

I haven’t known for very long.

She struggles, so in some small way

I hope this helps her carry along.

The rest went to the ones

Who’ve helped me in so many ways;

They have been a cheerful presence

On my very dreary days.

The roses were so pretty

I just could not keep them all,

Except one single bud standing

Beautiful and tall.

My friend gave me the flowers

To help brighten up my day,

But the biggest joy I received

Was in giving them away.

This one is for you.

~Syahirah~