In Ramadan, Everyone wants to make the best use of their time, but it seems overwhelming. Let’s review how our Prophet (pbuh) spent the blessed month of Ramadan.
The Prophet sallalahu aalyhi wa sallam would engage in different forms of fasting in the month of Ramadan. Every year, he would revise the Quran with angel Jibreel aalyhi sallam. He was a generous man on ordinary days, but when Ramadan arrived he became even more generous and gave much charity. He engaged in kind acts, recitation of the Quran, prayers, remembrance and retreat during this month.
The Worship and Remembrance of Allah
When the month of Ramadan approached Prophet intensified his efforts. Humbly supplicating to his Lord, he sought help, support, victory and guidance. It was his spiritual power that kept him strong and motivated throughout the day and night.
The Days of Rasoolullah
Prophet (pbuh) busied himself with da’wah in the scorching heat of Arabia. He met people and counseled them regarding their day-to-day affairs. Not only that but he also participated in jihad while fasting. The battle of Badr and Tabouk were fought during this blessed month.
Prophet’s Advice to Have Suhoor
Prophet (pbuh) used to encourage his companions to take meal before daybreak [Suhoor]. He said, “Eat suhoor, for there are blessings in it.”
[Bukhari]
The period before daybreak is considered blessed because it is in the last third of the night, the time of divine descent and forgiveness.
Hasten to Have Iftar
Understanding that our energy levels are depleted by evening, the Prophet (pbuh) practiced and advised his companions to hasten to have iftar.
It was also established that the Prophet used to hasten to have a meal after the setting of the sun.
Fasting While Traveling
Prophet Muhammad traveled during Ramadan fasting and then breaking his fast. In this regard, he gave the companions the choice of fasting or not while traveling.
Last Ten Days
The last ten days of Ramadan were the most beloved and significant to the Prophet(pbuh).Among his practices also was that of retreat and seclusion during the last ten days of Ramadan.
During this time, he limited his contacts with people and intensified his supplication and prayers to Allah, the Lord of all Majesty and Glory. This was his practice to attune his heart towards to Allah.
