The month of Sha'ban, etiquettes and preparation for Ramadan.
According to the NSCIA counting, today marks the 1st of Sha’ban, meaning we have less than a month until the arrival of Ramadan — the most blessed month of the year.
Sha’ban is the month in which the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) fasted the most after Ramadan. He encouraged fasting in this month as a way to prepare for Ramadan.
Usamah ibn Zaid (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
"I said, ‘O Messenger of Allah, I do not see you fasting in any other month like you fast in Sha’ban.’
He (peace be upon him) replied, ‘That is a month between Rajab and Ramadan that many people neglect. It is a month in which deeds are raised to Allah, and I like for my deeds to be raised while I am fasting.’”
What Should We Do in Sha’ban?
1. Increase in Fasting
- The Prophet (peace be upon him) encouraged fasting in this month.
- If you can, try fasting up to mid-Sha’ban. Or at least on Mondays and Thursdays and
(13th, 14th, 15th).
- For those who have missed fasts from the previous Ramadan, now is the best time to make them up before the new Ramadan arrives.
2. Strengthen Our Connection to the Qur’an
- Increase your recitation and improve your fluency in reading before Ramadan starts.
- Set a daily goal to prepare yourself for completing the Qur’an in Ramadan.
3. Increase in Sadaqah
- Start giving more charity now so that you enter Ramadan already engaged in acts of generosity.
4. Make Dua
- Ask Allah to bless you to witness Ramadan in good health, wealth, and strong faith. Many people were with us last year but are no longer here. May Allah grant us the opportunity to worship Him this Ramadan. Ameen.
May Allah allow us to reach Ramadan with sound health and faith, and make it a means of forgiveness and elevation for us all.
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