‘This is a month, the first part of which brings Allah’s Mercy, the middle of which brings Allah’s forgiveness and the last part of which brings emancipation from hellfire.’ (Bukhari)

Ramadan is a time of reflection, renewal, and boundless opportunities for spiritual growth. Each moment in this blessed month is a chance to draw closer to Allah (SWT) through acts of worship, kindness, and generosity. To help you make the most of this sacred time, we’ve created a practical guide filled with meaningful steps to inspire your journey.

The Three Parts of Ramadan

Ramadan is divided into three Ashra (ten-day segments), each with its unique focus. Here’s how to make the most of each:

The First Ten Days: Days of Mercy

The excitement of Ramadan’s beginning is palpable, but pacing yourself is key to sustaining your worship throughout the month. Here’s how to start strong:

• Perform Taraweeh and Night Prayers: Taraweeh after Isha is a beautiful way to begin. Gradually build up to praying Tahajjud before Suhoor. ‘Whoever prays Qiyaam in Ramadan out of faith and in the hope of reward, his previous sins will be forgiven.’ (Bukhari)

Tip: Try to gradually add more prayers each night to build momentum.

• Recite ‘Subhan-Allahi wa bihamdihi’: Saying this 100 times daily brings immense rewards. Break it into 20 recitations after each prayer. It’s a simple habit with incredible rewards!
• Be Merciful: Practice kindness towards family, friends, and those in need. Start by donating food packs or Iftar meals to families in Afghanistan. ‘The merciful will be shown mercy by the Most Merciful.’ (Tirmidhi)

Story: Last Ramadan, Aryana Aid delivered food packs to Gul Pari, a widowed mother of five in Kabul, Afghanistan. Thanks to your generosity, she and her children had warm meals every night. This year, we aim to help thousands more like Gul Pari.

• Read the Holy Qur’an: Start small by reading a page or two after each prayer and gradually increase. The first revelation, ‘Iqra’ (read), reminds us of the importance of connecting with the Qur’an. ‘Read the Quran, for verily it will come on the Day of Standing as an intercessor for its companions.’ (Muslim)

The Second Ten Days: Days of Forgiveness

As energy levels dip, focus on Allah’s (SWT) mercy and forgiveness. Here’s how to continue strong:

• Give Charity: Charity extinguishes sins, as water extinguishes fire. Opt for Sadaqah Jariyah, such as sponsoring a child or donating a wheelchair. ‘Charity (Sadaqah) extinguishes sin, just as water extinguishes fire.’ (Tirmidhi)

This Ramadan, your £6 can mean the difference between hunger and a warm meal for a struggling family.

• Forgive Others: Rekindle relationships and let go of grudges. ‘Forgive others and Allah will forgive you.’ (Musnad Ahmad)

Tip: Let go of past hurts and approach others with mercy.

• Make Wudu Regularly: Purify your sins with ablution. ‘A Muslim man does not perform ablution in an excellent manner and then performs prayer, but that Allah will forgive him for what occurred between his prayer and the next.’ (Bukhari)

Donate a water well to help others perform Wudu in rural Afghanistan.

The Last Ten Days: Safety from Hellfire

These are the most blessed days of the year, culminating in Laylatul Qadr. Here’s how to end Ramadan on a high:

• Give Zakat and Sadaqah: Laylatul Qadr is better than a thousand months. Spread your charity across the last ten nights to ensure you catch its rewards. ‘The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months.’ (Holy Quran 97:3)

Tip: Focus on urgent causes in these final days—your donations go further.

• Pay Fitrana: Ensure every Muslim can enjoy Eid. Fitrana is £6 per person and must be paid before Eid prayer. Donate online to Aryana Aid to provide warm meals to Afghan families.

Your £6 will bring joy to a family this Eid. Donate now!

• Increase Dhikr and Dua: Engage in remembrance of Allah (SWT) and make heartfelt supplications. ‘Those who engage in remembering Allah on the days of Ramadan are cleansed of their sins.’ (Holy Quran 8:464)

Tip: Use a dhikr tracker to stay consistent.

• Renew Intentions: Use these days to reflect on lessons learned and commit to maintaining your connection with Allah (SWT) beyond Ramadan.

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Our Ramadan Mission

This Ramadan, Aryana Aid is dedicated to supporting Afghan refugees in dire need. Your donations can provide food, water, and essential aid to families struggling to survive.
Story: “Imagine breaking your fast with nothing but water. This is the reality for thousands of Afghan families this Ramadan. But together, we can change that.”

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