Muslim Woman - Purpose of Fasting in Ramadan
Fasting in Islam is a means to becoming Muttaqi (the one who is not only righteous but completely following the laws of Quran). Yes fasting has health and spiritual benefits but we must never lose sight of the main goal of fasting. Month of Ramadan in Islam provides an environment for our collective training and development of character. The Ramadan fasting allow Muslims to test their integrity, tolerance & character. Since character building is a continuous process & Ramadan is repeated every year as a reminder and re enforcer. We must judge our accomplishments by the standards laid down by the Quran. We should not be under the false impression that our spiritual development is taking place while our life goes on as usual. We have to keep the life and efforts of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his disciples before us to know whether or not we are among the Muttaqoon (the one who is abiding the laws of Allah Almighty).
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