Ramadan Tips

Welcome to our Ramadan Tips page, a dedicated space where we share valuable insights and guidance to make your Ramadan experience more enriching. We understand the significance of this sacred month, and our aim is to provide you with practical tips that will help make your Ramadan journey smoother and more meaningful. Whether you’re looking for advice on fasting, spiritual reflections, or helpful practices, explore our collection of tips to enhance your understanding and make your Ramadan truly special.

  • Essential Duas for a Transformative Ramadan in Arabic/English

    Understanding the Significance of Dua in Ramadan Dua, translated as supplication or prayer, holds a pivotal role in Islam as a means of direct communication with Allah. Particularly during Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, the significance of dua amplifies. The Qur’an emphasises this sacred act, stating, “Your Lord says, ‘Call on Me and I will answer you’” (Surah

  • Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan?

    Ramadan is the holiest month in Islam, and brings with it a sacred opportunity for Muslims worldwide to engage in fasting, prayer, and acts of charity. This annual observance holds profound significance, rooted in centuries of tradition and religious devotion.  Fasting in Ramadan is not merely a ritual; it is a deeply spiritual practice that holds immense importance in

  • Celebrating Ramadan Worldwide: Embracing Diversity and Unity

    What is Ramadan? Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and is a sacred time for millions of Muslims worldwide. A month marked by fasting, prayer, reflection, and acts of charity, Ramadan is also much more than that. The holiest month in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan transcends geographical boundaries and cultural differences, bringing together people from all walks of

  • What is Ramadan?

    Ramadan, the holiest months in Islam, holds significant spiritual and cultural importance for Muslims worldwide. It is observed annually during the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, marking a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Photo: Open Iftar 2023 x V&A South Kensington by Acacia Diana for Ramadan Tent ProjectWhat is Ramadan and When Does it Start?In 2024,

  • Ramadan, Spending and Spiritual Sustenance

    Our partners at Algbra have teamed up with RTP Open Iftar to share insights about finance and financial wellbeing during Ramadan. Algbra Guest Blog: Abdul-Kader Thomas Imam Al Ghazali ranked wealth as the lowest of his five objectives, maqasid al Shariah. The importance of wealth spans its benefits, its tests, and its stewardship. Ramadan has arrived bringing us that great

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    7 Tips for a Healthy Ramadan

    How quickly time flies - Ramadan is just around the corner! As we focus on bettering ourselves as Muslims and reflecting on our relationship with God, looking after our health during the month is also important. Let’s start with a few questions we may need to ask ourselves to work through what to focus on (no guilt-tripping intended!); What are

  • 8 Taraweeh Tips for Non-Arabic Speakers

    The blessed month of Ramadan has arrived, and alhamdulillah we welcome the fasting, the joy of being with family during iftar and attending community events like RTP’s Open Iftar. However, it is important to remember that Ramadan is the month when the holy Quran was revealed. One of the many ways Muslims actively engage with the Quran is through its