- management@smallchangesmy.org
By Rushdina Sofea and Maira Athirah
Prophet Muhammad SAW is the best example for our ummah in seeking a life of barakah through practices which are both wajib (obligatory) and Sunnah (highly recommended practices in the life and teachings of Prophet SAW). Prophet SAW said, “Whoever revives my Sunnah then, he has loved me. And whoever loved me, he shall be with me in Paradise.” (Al-Tirmidhi).
In this article, I will share six sunnah habits of Prophet Muhammad SAW that we might follow to reap benefits this Ramadan. May these routines strengthen our faith, motivation, and understanding of the month’s significance as we strive to join the Prophet SAW in akhirah:
- Eating sahur: For the mind, body, and soul, eating sahur is very good for you. Some people find it hard to get up early, especially if they have young children. However, it is important to feed our bodies with foods that will make our service easier. To keep your “sleepy stomachs” from being shocked, you might want to eat smaller amounts at sahur. You could also eat healthy Sunnah superfoods like dates, almond milk, cereals with honey, and wheat goods to get the energy you need and keep you going all day.
- Take part in congregational prayers: Prophet Muhammad SAW would go to the mosque to lead the group subuh prayers after finishing his sahur. For many reasons, doing the communal solat subuh is better than going back to sleep after sahur. Additionally, we are invited to say the Terawih congregational prayers this month. If someone prays with a group instead of by themselves, they will be paid seven times more, according to a hadith by Iman Al-Bulkhari and Muslim.
- Engage in sadaqah: No one was more kind than the Prophet SAW, especially during the month of Ramadan. Some people say that on the day of Qiyamah, Allah SWT would hide the person whose left hand gave so much in charity that his right hand didn’t know what the left hand had given. As you help your brothers and sisters who are less wealthy by donating, contributing, and paying your required zakat, you will get a lot of rewards.
- Aspire to khatam Al-Quran: The Quran was revealed during the month of Ramadan, and the Prophet SAW and his companions would often recite the entire Quran in a single night. Decided to improve the frequency and regularity of Quran recitations. Prior to Syawal, start by creating the intention to khatam Quran; establish small, attainable goals, such as finishing a few pages each day; arrange your recitation schedule and try to fit it in during your lunch break, during your commute, and in between meetings and appointments.
- Do not delay iftar: Prophet Muhammad SAW told his companions not to wait to eat iftar because it shows that the sun has gone down and we should enjoy the kindness of Allah SWT’s rezeki. One thing that makes our ummah different from other faiths is that we break our iftar. Also, be kind to the person who fasted and give him more motivation and strength to keep doing the ibadah. Also, don’t forget that it is also sunnah to break your fast with water and one, three, or seven dates.
- Make abundance of supplications (Doa): The Prophet SAW and his companions used to wait all year for Ramadan to attain its special blessings. They devoted themselves solely to worship and meditation, for the Prophet SAW said,” A tasbih in Ramadan is better than a thousand tasbihs in other than it.” (Al-Tirmidhi). Praying for other people is one of the best ways to get something. A beautiful and easy way to find peace is to make doa for other people. It makes your heart softer and lessens any bad thoughts you might have about other people. It is also ibadah, and Allah SWT loves people who ask him for help.
