Spirit of Ramadan: 30 Inspirational Quotes for Reflection and Guidance
Ramadan, also known as Ramzan, is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered the holiest month for Muslims around the world. It is a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community for millions of Muslims worldwide. Ramadan commemorates the month during which the Quran, the holy book of Islam, was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, abstaining from food, drink, smoking, and other physical needs. The fast is seen as a way to purify the soul, practice self-discipline, and develop empathy for those who are less fortunate. It is also a time for increased devotion to worship, Quranic reading, and performing acts of charity.
In addition to fasting, Muslims engage in increased prayer and recitation of the Quran during Ramadan. Many mosques hold nightly prayers called Taraweeh, during which long portions of the Quran are recited.
One of the key aspects of Ramadan is the emphasis on charity and helping those in need. Muslims are encouraged to give generously to the less fortunate during this month. This charitable giving, known as Zakat al-Fitr, is obligatory for every Muslim who possesses the means to do so.
Ramadan concludes with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, a festive day that marks the end of fasting and the beginning of a three-day celebration. Muslims gather for special prayers, exchange gifts, and share meals with family and friends.
30 Inspirational Quotes for Reflection and Guidance
Here are 30 Ramadan quotes to inspire and reflect upon during this holy month:
"O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous." - Quran 2:183
"When the month of Ramadan starts, the gates of heaven are opened and the gates of Hell are closed and the devils are chained." - Sahih Bukhari
"Ramadan is the month whose beginning is mercy, whose middle is forgiveness, and whose end is freedom from the fire." - Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
"Fasting is a shield with which a servant protects himself from the Fire." - Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
"The key to Paradise is prayer; the key to prayer is ablution (wudu), and the key to ablution is cleanliness." - Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
"He who gives iftar to another fasting person shall earn reward equivalent to a fasting man without detracting from the reward of the latter." - Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
"The best charity is that given in Ramadan." - Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
"Ramadan is the month to fast, pray, read Quran and do good deeds." - Unknown
"Allah is with those who restrain themselves." - Quran 16:128
"It was the Ramadan in which was revealed the Quran; a guidance for mankind, and clear proofs of the guidance, and the criterion (of right and wrong)." - Quran 2:185
"Fasting is a shield, so the one who fasts should avoid obscene speech and ignorant behavior. If someone fights him or insults him, he should say: I am fasting, I am fasting." - Sahih Bukhari
"Have patience with what they say, and leave them with noble (dignity)." - Quran 73:10
"The five daily prayers and the Friday Prayer until the next Friday Prayer are expiation for whatever sins come in between, so long as one does not commit any major sin." - Sahih Muslim
"The strong person is not the one who can wrestle someone else down. The strong person is the one who can control himself when he is angry." - Sahih al-Bukhari
"The fast and the Quran are two intercessors for the servant of Allah on the Day of Resurrection. The fast will say: 'O Lord, I prevented him from his food and desires during the day. Let me intercede for him.' The Quran will say: 'I prevented him from sleeping at night. Let me intercede for him.'" - Musnad Ahmad
"There are two blessings which many people lose: (They are) Health and free time for doing good." - Sahih al-Bukhari
"Fear Allah and treat your children [small or grown] fairly (with equal justice)." - Sahih al-Bukhari
"The best among you is the one who doesn't harm others with his tongue and hands." - Sahih al-Bukhari
"The one who eats and is thankful is like the one who fasts and is patient." - Sunan Ibn Majah
"Do not speak much without remembering Allah, for too much speech without mentioning Allah hardens the heart, and the person farthest from Allah is the one with a hard heart." - Tirmidhi
"The most beloved deed to Allah is the most regular and constant even if it were little." - Sahih al-Bukhari
"Do not be people without minds of your own, saying that if others treat you well you will treat them well, and that if they do wrong you will do wrong. Instead, accustom yourselves to do good if people do good and not to do wrong (even) if they do evil." - Sunan At-Tirmidhi
"The best charity is that given in Ramadan." - Tirmidhi
"Do not let your tongue mention the shame of another person, for you yourself are covered in shame and all men have tongues." - Ibn Hazm
"The strong person is not the one who can wrestle someone else down. The strong person is the one who can control himself when he is angry." - Sahih al-Bukhari
"Allah does not judge you according to your appearance and your wealth, but He looks at your hearts and looks into your deeds." - Sahih Muslim
"He is not of us who is not affectionate to the little ones and does not respect the old; and he is not of us who does not order which is lawful, and prohibits that which is unlawful." - Tirmidhi
"The greatest jihad is to battle your own soul, to fight the evil within yourself." - Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
"The believer’s shade on the Day of Resurrection will be his charity." - Tirmidhi
"The best of you are those who are best to their families." - Tirmidhi
These quotes reflect the essence of Ramadan and offer guidance, inspiration, and reminders of the virtues cherished during this sacred month. May Ramadan bring blessings, peace, and spiritual growth to all who observe it.