Maximizing the Last 10 Days of Ramadhān: Fasting, Giving & Reflection - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi

Friday Juma KhutbaMarch 21st, 2025- The last 10 days of Ramadhān are a time for seeking Allāh’s forgiveness and improving character. - Charity is a key aspect of Ramadhān, including fidya, kaffārah, fiṭra, and giving ifṭār, all considered virtuous acts. - Fasting helps create empathy by making the rich experience hunger so they develop compassion for the poor. - The Prophet (s) stated that giving ifṭār to a fasting believer leads to Allah’s forgiveness and freedom from Hellfire. - Even small contributions, like a date or a drink of water, count as acts of charity. - Everyone can participate in charity, even the poor, by passing zakāt al-fiṭrah among family members before giving it to a needy stranger. - The suffering of poor children in Gaza and Lebanon is highlighted as a reminder of global injustices. - A prayer is made for the oppressed and against those who exploit suffering for personal gain. - Today marks the anniversary of Imam Ali’s (a) martyrdom, known for his deep concern for the poor. - His generosity and righteousness are immortalized in the Qur’ān (5:55). - The Prophet (s) predicted Imam Ali’s martyrdom, describing his assassination while praying. - He reassured Ali (a) that his faith would remain intact. - The Prophet equated love and hate for Ali (a) with love and hate for himself. - The first majlis on Imam Ali’s martyrdom was recited by the Prophet before the event took place. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)