Ramadan is the most blessed month in the Islamic calendar, a time when the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through the angel Jibreel. This beautiful nasheed captures the joy and longing that Muslims feel as they welcome the month of fasting, prayer, and spiritual renewal.
Welcoming the Month of the Quran
For Muslims around the world, the arrival of Ramadan brings a special excitement unlike any other time of year. The gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hellfire are closed, and the devils are chained. It is an opportunity to draw closer to Allah through fasting, extra prayers, recitation of the Quran, and abundant acts of charity.
“Ramadan has come with fasting and has longed to ascend — welcome! I wish that at every moment, Ramadan remains in our hearts.”
Reciting 19 Ayat a Day
One beautiful practice during Ramadan is to set a daily goal for Quran recitation. By reading just 19 verses (ayat) a day consistently, a Muslim can build a strong connection with the words of Allah throughout the blessed month and beyond. The key is consistency, as the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said that the most beloved deeds to Allah are those done regularly, even if they are small.
- Ramadan is the month in which the Quran was revealed
- Fasting purifies the soul and builds taqwa (God-consciousness)
- Consistent daily Quran recitation builds a lifelong relationship with Allah’s words
- Even a small amount of daily recitation is beloved to Allah when done consistently
“The most beloved of deeds to Allah are those that are consistent, even if they are small.” — Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
