We fast not only with our stomachs but also with every part of the body. The tongue can mend or break relationships, uplift or wound, and spread truth or falsehood. A single word can bring joy or despair. Islam teaches that guarding our speech is as important as guarding our fasting, for a careless word can nullify the rewards of our worship. As we fast during this Ramadan, let us commit to guarding our tongues, ensuring our words reflect the values of our faith.

By Abdullahi Yusuf

Today’s Taraweeh Prayers at Masjid Al Haram

This evening, the serene ambience of Masjid Al Haram in Makkah will be graced by the soulful recitations of: Sheikh Badr Al-Turki and Sheikh Bandar Baleela

Global Ramadan News & Updates

Abuja, Nigeria: UNILAG Muslim Alumni Hosts Ramadan Lecture

The 1446 AH UNILAG Muslim Alumni Ramadan Lecture Series continues today, March 9, 2025, at 6, Spring Boulevard, Suncity Estate, Abuja, by 4:30 PM. Senator Shuaib Salis will host the session, and scholars will engage on a yet-to-be-announced thought-provoking topic. This gathering aims to inspire meaningful Ramadan reflections.

Minnesota, USA: Rising Food Prices Affect Ramadan Celebrations

Muslim families in Minnesota are struggling with higher food prices, making it difficult to host traditional iftars. Immigration concerns have also dampened some celebrations, as fear of enforcement actions discourages public gatherings.

Saudi Arabia: AI Robot Assists Pilgrims at Grand Mosque

Saudi Arabia has launched a new AI-powered fatwa robot at the Grand Mosque in Mecca to assist Umrah pilgrims. This advanced system provides religious guidance in multiple languages, ensuring easy access to Islamic rulings.

Malaysia: Deputy Minister Ramanan Donates Salary to Six Surau

In a heartfelt gesture, Deputy Minister Ramanan has donated his entire salary and allowances to six local prayer halls (surau) in Malaysia to support their Ramadan programs.

Qatar: Government Moves to Stabilize Meat Prices

To combat price hikes during Ramadan, Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry has launched an initiative to stabilize meat prices, ensuring affordability for all.

Malaysia: Para Swimmer Abdul Halim Trains for World Series Despite Fasting

Malaysian para-athlete Abdul Halim is proving that Ramadan is no barrier to excellence as he rigorously trains for the upcoming Para Swimming World Series while fasting.

Health Tips:

Use Miswak or Natural Mouth Fresheners: The Prophet (pbuh) recommended using miswak to maintain oral hygiene. Chewing cloves or cardamom can also help freshen breath naturally.

Practice Mindful Eating: Eating too quickly or consuming acidic foods may cause reflux, leading to throat discomfort.

Today’s Challenge:

Throughout the day, make a conscious effort to:

Avoid gossip, backbiting, and negative speech, speak words that bring comfort and peace, recite beneficial duas and words of remembrance and offer sincere praise and encouragement to those around you.

Qur’an Verse of the day:

“O you who have believed, fear Allah and speak words of appropriate justice. He will [then] amend for you your deeds and forgive you your sins. And whoever obeys Allah and His Messenger has certainly attained a great attainment.” (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:70-71)

Hadiths

“A man may speak a word that pleases Allah, not realizing the good it will bring, and because of it, Allah will raise him in status. And a man may speak a word that angers Allah, not realizing its consequences, and because of it, he will be thrown into Hell.” (Sahih Bukhari 6478, Sahih Muslim 2988)

“The most beloved of you to me and the closest to me on the Day of Judgment will be those with the best character, and the most hated among you and the farthest from me will be those who talk excessively, those who are harsh in speech, and those who are arrogant.” (Tirmidhi 2018)

May Allah guide our speech, purify our hearts, and accept our fasts. Ameen.

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