is the
expression of admiration or approval for someone or something. In Islam, praise
is directed towards Allah (God) for his greatness, mercy, and blessings.
Forgiveness
| مغفرة
is the
act of pardoning someone for a wrong they have done. In Islam, forgiveness is
considered an essential attribute of Allah, who is the most forgiving.
Deeds | أعمال
are
actions or behavior. In Islam, deeds are considered to be important because
they will be judged on the Day of Judgment.
Hijri
Calendar | التقويم الهجري
is a
lunar calendar that is used by Muslims. It is based on the migration of the
Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.
The
holiest month | شهر رمضان
Ramadan
is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is considered the holiest month.
Muslims around the world fast from dawn to sunset during Ramadan as a way to
purify themselves and draw closer to Allah.
Verses |
آيات
are the
individual units of text in the Quran, the holy book of Islam.
Prophet
| نبي
is a
person who is sent by God to deliver a message to humanity. Muslims believe
that Muhammad was the last prophet.
Abstinence
| الامتناع
is the
practice of refraining from something. In Islam, Muslims abstain from food,
drink, and sexual relations during Ramadan.
Supplementary
salat | صلوات النفل
are
optional prayers that can be performed by Muslims in addition to the five
obligatory prayers.
Supplications
| أدعية
are
prayers or praise made to Allah. Muslims make supplications for a variety of
needs, such as for help, guidance, and forgiveness.
Reward |
ثواب
is
something given in return for an action or service. In Islam, Muslims believe
that they will be rewarded for their good deeds in Paradise.
Blessed
month | الشهر المبارك
is a month that is considered to be holy or sacred. Ramadan is
considered to be the most blessed month in the Islamic calendar.
Worshipping
| عبادة
is the
act of expressing devotion to God. In Islam, Muslims worship Allah by praying,
fasting, giving charity, and performing other acts of devotion.
Hypocrites
| المنافقون
are
people who pretend to be Muslim but are not really. In Islam, hypocrites are
considered to be among the worst of sinners.