Let us extend our generosity in the month of Ramadhan

 

Muslim faithful at Jamia mosque in Kisumu County on April 13, 2021, as they mark the Holy Month of Ramadan. They called for peace, forgiveness and reconciliation among all Kenyans. (Collins Oduor, Standard)

Innamal a’maalu bi khawatimiha, deeds are judged according to their conclusion, as the popular saying goes.

The holy month of Ramadhan is coming to an end and it is imperative that we finalise these last days according to the sunna of the holy prophet (SAW).

All narrations regarding these blessed last days point to the fact that we should go into high gear as far as worship is concerned. Obviously the benefit of which is Laylatul Qadr which is better than a thousand months.

With there being no other blessing greater than Laylatul Qadr, we are highlighting on how to catch Laylatul Qadr, its benefits, and recommended acts of worship during that blessed night.

Other goodies in our publication includes an analysis by an expert on the position of the moon sighting controversy which comes around whenever we are ending Ramadhan. You are welcome to read why it is most important, according to Shariah to uphold and maintain Islamic unity at all times, no matter the differences in opinion, interpretations and analysis.

We are also celebrating the end of the lockdown for the five counties whose worship centers were closed. Those who could not access the mosque for their taraaweh and fardh swalah at this crucial time which are the final days of Ramadhan should go ahead and live up to the wishes they were expressing during lockdown.

It is essential however that they do so responsibly so that they do not endanger life by engaging in irresponsible behavior that will propagate COVID-19 instead of the intended love and imaan.

Finally, even as we gear up for Id Ul Fitr, we should always keep in mind that we are still in the corona era with many among our brother still in need of assistance.

Zakat ul Fitr is mandatory and goes a long way in ensuring that everybody minus no one celebrates on that auspicious occasion.

So let us extend our generosity as we expect only Allah knows what to reward his faithful servants who fasted to please their lord.

Najma Ishmael

Editor