By: Ikkz Ikbal

As the crescent moon of Ramadan prepares to grace our skies, our hearts stir with anticipation! This sacred month, a divine gift from Allah, is a time of mercy, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal. However, to truly benefit from its blessings, we must enter it with a clear heart and mind, free from distractions and worldly clutter. Ramadan is not merely about fasting; it is a journey of self-discipline, introspection, and devotion.

Ramadan is like a guest that visits us once a year. Would we welcome a guest into a cluttered, chaotic home? No. We would clean, organize, and prepare a space that reflects our hospitality and gratitude. Similarly, to welcome Ramadan, we must cleanse our hearts and minds. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:

“When the month of Ramadan begins, the gates of heaven are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and the devils are chained.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 1899, Sahih Muslim 1079)

This means that Ramadan offers us an unparalleled opportunity to draw closer to Allah. But to do so, we must remove the distractions that keep us from Him.

Removing Distractions: A Necessary Step

Distractions come in many forms—endless scrolling through social media, excessive entertainment, gossip, laziness in prayer, or even unnecessary arguments. While these may seem harmless, they slowly distance us from the remembrance of Allah.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, our attention is constantly divided. We check our phones more often than we raise our hands in supplication. While technology has its........

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