The double digit countdown to Ramadan begins today. It is the perfect time to start preparing spiritually, mentally, and physically. Here are five meaningful ways to make this Ramadan better than ever before:
1. Start fasting
No one wants to start Ramadan with headaches or interrupted routines. Begin fasting at least Mondays and Thursdays every week.
Also, if you have any days to make up, start right away. The days are already short and easy, do not procrastinate!
2. Pre-commit
Remember the times of weakness you had last Ramadan? Allah heard you when you said to yourself “next Ramadan I shall do better, in sha Allah.” Now it’s time you act on those words and mentally commit early on to prepare better than you did before.
3. Learn and Grow
Whether it’s the wish to understand the Quran deeper, or just get a grasp of what those beautiful verses mean when you’re in taraweeh, we all need better knowledge in order to do better worship.
Although our registration deadline ended on October 30th, we have decided to reopen it to new students seeking the benefit (previous classes were recorded, don’t worry). Consider joining one of our ongoing classes to deepen your understanding and connection with your faith. We offer a variety of courses by some of the highest calibre instructors in the city:
– Arabic as a Second Language (Levels 1, 2, and 3)
– Analytical Tafseer
– Introduction to Fiqh
– Aqeedah I
– Meccan Seerah
Did you know? At Siraj Institute, you can study in person or online with us. All our classes are bimodal. Financial aid is available, with priority to in person students.
4. Supercharge your faith
Embark on spiritual journey of Umrah before or during Ramadan. Going to Mecca will help you calibrate your compass, charge you with Iman, and prepare you to return home with better worship and daily habits.
The Messenger of God said: “Performing Umrah in Ramadan is equivalent to Hajj with me.”
If you can afford going to Umrah in Ramadan, we highly recommend you do.
For those looking for a Umrah that’s sightly easier on your budget, we prepared an ultra affordable Umrah trip, with the help of a generous travel advisor, with the lowest prices possible in the next 6 months. From January 18 until the 28th. This is a unique opportunity to cleanse your soul and prepare your heart for the holy month. For only $250, you can reserve a spot in this unforgettable journey.
5. Give with Intention
Allah says: “Present something good ahead of yourselves (2:223).” Start your Ramadan preparations by giving a donation with the intention of becoming a better Muslim, closer to God, and you’ll certainly see a better Ramadan this year. Your generosity can make a significant impact to your own life.
We encourage to give where you believe is most needed. Starting with your own family, close poor relatives, neighbors, local mosque, school, and charity.
At Siraj Institute, we made a commitment since we were established that no student with good potential would be turned away because of financial burdens. In the past year alone we have distributed almost $250,000 in Zakat money to supporting students and scholars around the world.
We prepared easy ways for you if you’d like to consider giving to Siraj Institute some of your Zakat or donations.
Lastly, whatever you can do, do it with sincerity.
May God Almighty accept from you all and grant you a blessed and fulfilling Ramadan.