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Published on 2024-03-22 09:42:33
The month of Ramadan is a time of abundant blessings for Muslims around the world. His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad(aba), delivered a Friday Sermon highlighting the importance of this holy month and the opportunities it presents for spiritual growth.
Fasting during Ramadan is prescribed in the Holy Qur’an as a means to become righteous. It is a time when Satan is shackled, and believers can focus on drawing closer to God. His Holiness emphasized the importance of utilizing this month to increase worship, recitation of the Holy Qur’an, and acts of righteousness. By doing so, one can benefit from the blessings of Allah the Almighty.
His Holiness stressed the need for true fasting, which goes beyond just abstaining from food. It is about adopting righteousness, protecting oneself from evil, and serving the less fortunate. He discouraged elaborate Iftar gatherings and emphasized the importance of focusing on worship and Quranic recitation during Ramadan.
His Holiness quoted the Promised Messiah(as) on the essence of Ramadan, which is to focus on spiritual sustenance as well as physical sustenance. Fasting should lead to increased worship and remembrance of Allah, elevating one’s spirituality.
The concept of righteousness was a central theme in the sermon. His Holiness explained that righteousness is the root of all virtue and the key to spiritual success. By adopting righteousness in knowledge and action, believers can avail themselves of God’s mercy and blessings.
The sermon also touched on the exemptions granted in fasting for the sick, travelers, and nursing mothers. His Holiness emphasized the importance of adhering to these exemptions as a form of righteousness. False edicts and misconceptions about fasting were addressed, highlighting the importance of following the commandments of God.
In his closing remarks, His Holiness urged prayers for the success of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Muslim world, and protection against the harmful effects of war. He also called for prayers to safeguard against potential challenges faced by Muslims in the UK.
Overall, the sermon emphasized the significance of Ramadan as a time for spiritual growth, righteousness, and seeking the mercy and blessings of Allah. Through increased worship, remembrance of Allah, and acts of righteousness, believers can make the most of this holy month and draw closer to their Creator.
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