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Rewards and sacrifices that make the month of Ramadan special

Muslims break th fast at Ummu Kulthum Mosque in Mombasa, on March 3, 2025. [Omondi Onyango, Standard]

Ramadan is a sacred month, a time to seek the mercy of Allah, attain forgiveness, and be saved from the torments of Hellfire.

It is said that during this blessed month, the gates of Heaven are opened, the gates of Hellfire are closed, and the Shaitan (devils) are all chained.

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