Abu Hurayrah narrated that the Prophet, (salalahu 'alayhi wa sallam), climbed upon the minbar (pulpit) and said:
"Ameen, ameen, ameen".
So it was said, "O Messenger of Allah, you climbed upon the minbar and said: "ameen, ameen, ameen" ?
So he said:
"Jibraa'eel, `alaihi assalam, came to me and said, 'Whoever reaches the month of Ramadan and does not have [his sins] forgiven and so enters Fire, then may Allah distance him, say aameen".
So I said "aameen".
Ibn Khuzaimah, Ahmad and al-Baihaqui: Sahih
May Allaah protect us from being of those who don't get their sins forgiven.
Ramadan is around 35 days from now insha Allaah..and preparation is in order!
So, the questions are:
What are some things that we can do now to raise our Imaan so that we will be able to take full advantage of the blessed month?
What are some ways in which we can perform Tazkiyyah (purification) upon our soul and our hearts to get them into top shape for Ramadan?
What are some things we can do to get ourselves ready for the Taraweeh and the recitation of the Qur'an?
What are things that we can start doing RIGHT NOW that will help us maximize the benefit we get from Ramadan?
So let's come up with (at least) 101 things we can start doing to be in tip top shape!
1. Start dedicating a part of our day to recite a page of Qur'an, (maybe right after one of the prayers if time is an issue) if we haven't been doing that already. If we're already doing that, then we can increase in it.
“Do not argue with your Lord on behalf of your soul, rather argue with your soul on behalf of your Lord.” - Dhul-Nun
"It is the very pursuit of happiness that thwarts happiness." - Victor Frankl
2. Start discussing the benefits of the Holy month of Ramadan among your friends. (By reminding yourself of these benefits will help us focus and be more dedicated during Ramadan)
#8 (there's no #6) Gain a control over your tongue
Remember all the time that Rasoolullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) said : Most inhabitants of Hell will be in there because of their tongue and their private parts.
If Allah helps you, none can overcome you; and if He forsakes you, who is there after Him that can help you? And in Allah (Alone) let believers put their trust.
Surah Ale Imran : 160
It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said:
The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allaah be upon him) climbed up Uhud, accompanied by Abu Bakr, ‘Umar and ‘Uthmaan, and the mountain shook with them. He struck it with his foot and said: “Stand firm, O Uhud, for there is no one on you but a Prophet or a Siddeeq or two martyrs.”
Narrated by al-Bukhaari (3483)
Allah (Subhaanahu Wa Taala) does not inspire seeking forgiveness in a slave whom he wishes to punish.
9) Keep smiling, apart from being an act of charity it also keeps laziness away.
If Allah helps you, none can overcome you; and if He forsakes you, who is there after Him that can help you? And in Allah (Alone) let believers put their trust.
Surah Ale Imran : 160
It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said:
The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allaah be upon him) climbed up Uhud, accompanied by Abu Bakr, ‘Umar and ‘Uthmaan, and the mountain shook with them. He struck it with his foot and said: “Stand firm, O Uhud, for there is no one on you but a Prophet or a Siddeeq or two martyrs.”
Narrated by al-Bukhaari (3483)
Allah (Subhaanahu Wa Taala) does not inspire seeking forgiveness in a slave whom he wishes to punish.
11. Start listening to Qur'an MP3s to sharpen your focus so that you can take complete benefit of the Taraweeh.
If Allah helps you, none can overcome you; and if He forsakes you, who is there after Him that can help you? And in Allah (Alone) let believers put their trust.
Surah Ale Imran : 160
It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said:
The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allaah be upon him) climbed up Uhud, accompanied by Abu Bakr, ‘Umar and ‘Uthmaan, and the mountain shook with them. He struck it with his foot and said: “Stand firm, O Uhud, for there is no one on you but a Prophet or a Siddeeq or two martyrs.”
Narrated by al-Bukhaari (3483)
Allah (Subhaanahu Wa Taala) does not inspire seeking forgiveness in a slave whom he wishes to punish.
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