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 FAJR REMINDER: MAKE IT COUNT!

By: Umm Affān

Ramaḍān 15, 1447 (4-March-2026)


During Ramaḍān, you may notice that even those Muslims who don’t typically pray in the Masjid are motivated to do so. This month is recognized as a time for sincere worship, where we strive to draw nearer to Allāh. It serves as an opportunity to passionately supplicate, engage in Istighfar, and sincerely abandon sins.


To truly embrace the essence of this fasting month and achieve excellence, let us deepen our relationship with the Qur’ān through abundant recitation—especially at night—listening to its recitation, and participating in Tafsīr sessions. The Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ) would routinely review the Qur’ān during Ramaḍān, sitting in front of his teacher, Angel Jibreel (‘Alayhi Salām). Ibn ‘Abbās (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhuma) remarked that: “...He (i.e. the Prophet ﷺ) would meet him every night during Ramaḍān and recite the Qur’ān to him...” [Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 1902, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 2308]


So, who are we to refrain from revising or reciting the Qur’ān? Moreover, wouldn’t you want the Qur’ān to intercede on your behalf? ‘Abdullāh Ibn ‘Amr (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhuma) reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) said: “The fast and the Qur’ān are two intercessors for the servant of Allāh on the Day of Resurrection. The fast will say: ‘O Lord, I prevented him from his food and desires during the day. Let me intercede for him.’ The Qur’ān will say: ‘I prevented him from sleeping at night. Let me intercede for him.’ And their intercession will be accepted.” [Musnad Aḥmad 6626]


We owe our profound gratitude to Allāh. Out of His Love for us, He offers us a remarkable key—the Qur’ān—leading us towards guidance. He states: “The month of Ramaḍān in which was revealed the Qur’ān, a guidance for mankind and clear proofs for the guidance and the criterion (between right and wrong)...” [Sūrah Al-Baqarah (2): 185]


Why should a Muslim not learn to read or consistently engage with the Qur’ān? Study, read, and reflect on the Words of your Lord. Approach it with passion as if each interaction is your first—and as if it’s your last opportunity. It’s never too late to begin. Take charge!


I beseech Allāh to count us among the companions of the Qur’ān. Aameen.

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