Ramadan fasting should build taqwa
“Rituals are meant to enforce certain values in us, and those values are what we manifest in our lives, 24-7.”
Ramadan is special because the Quran was revealed in it, and believers should use its fasting and worship to build taqwa expressed through forgiveness, honesty, justice, charity, prayer, dua, and disciplined living.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces Ramadan and explains that its special status comes from the revelation of the Quran, not fasting alone.
- Explains that the Quran is guidance for everyone and frames Ramadan around building taqwa.
- Uses Al-Baqarah 177 to connect righteousness with faith, charity, prayer, keeping pledges, and patience.
- Urges listeners to forgive others and remove malice before Ramadan.
- Calls for honesty, fairness, faithful contracts, and avoiding bribery or unjust financial dealings.
- Encourages frequent dua, obedience, moderated eating, and protecting Ramadan time from distractions.
In the khateeb's words
“Fasting is made in the month of Ramadan, but that's not why it is special.”
“This book is not meant to be just for the Muslims. It is meant for everyone.”
“Rituals are meant to enforce certain values in us, and those values are what we manifest in our lives, 24-7.”
“Second tip is use the hours that you have and the time is now. You have a few hours left before Ramadan.”
For the dinner table
Ramadan is special because Allah sent down the Quran during this month. The khateeb reminded us that fasting should help us build taqwa, which means letting faith shape how we treat people and live every day. We should forgive others, be honest and fair, keep our promises, give charity, and pray sincerely. We should also make dua often, control our eating, and avoid wasting Ramadan on distractions. The goal is to make this Ramadan better than the last one.
- What does it mean for worship to change how we act when no one is watching?
- Who could we forgive or make peace with before Ramadan?
- What is one distraction we can reduce so we have more time for Allah?
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