The True Appreciation of Our Deen and Preparation for Ramadan
Hazrat Qari Ismail Desai Saheb
Duration
1:00:19
Summary
True appreciation of our Deen requires both knowledge and consistent practice.
Even a little knowledge practiced sincerely is superior to vast knowledge without application.
Spiritual gatherings (majalis) with true servants of Allah can offer insights not found in books, stemming from their deep practice.
Parents make significant sacrifices to send children to Deeni (religious) institutes, often against family expectations or societal norms.
Islamic teachings encourage 'indoctrination' from a young age (e.g., teaching Salah at age seven) to instill faith and values.
Parents expect children attending Deeni institutes to develop good character and a strong understanding of Islamic knowledge.
Despite noble intentions, negative influences or behaviors can sometimes be picked up, highlighting the importance of choosing what to learn.
The profound happiness parents experience when their children practice Deen sincerely surpasses any worldly wealth.
Ramadan is described as a beloved guest from Allah, comparable to an important visitor for whom one makes extensive preparations.
A Hadith states that Ramadan is the 'heart of the year'; if one's Ramadan goes well, their entire year will go well.
Acts of worship in Ramadan carry immense rewards, such as 1700 rewards for a single prostration (sajdah) during its nights.
Preparing for Ramadan involves both mental readiness and spiritual cleansing, akin to tidying a home before an esteemed guest arrives.
Practical preparations include reciting the Quran (for those who have memorized it) and engaging in consistent daily remembrance (dhikr), even short acts like 33 times Istighfar, La ilaha illallah, and Durood Sharif, with the intention of pleasing Allah.