The Last 10 Nights

I can’t believe how fast this Ramadan has passed by, the last 10 days already.. Wow..

Honestly this Ramadan has been one of the best, I have really tried to focus more on how my time has been spent.. Praying regularly, on time and reading Quran and of course keeping up with my goals that I set in my previous blog post Ramadan 2020.

FYI – I haven’t had a single Red Bull and I’m getting pretty good in the kitchen.. No complaints so far!

The whole corona lockdown/quarantine whatever you want to call it, has been a blessing in disguise.

Usually I focus more on the social gatherings and going to meet different friends and family everyday, hosting, Ramadan tents, so this year it was the total opposite, no tents, hardly any gatherings.

In light of the current situation, the gatherings (4 people max including myself) I had were with the Girl Squad members who are living alone, or their family isn’t in UAE and they are working from home and not seeing anyone outside.

As much as I miss the Girl Squad, it is our duty to stay home. Protect yourself and the loved ones around you.

Can’t wait for our post-corona/quarantine/lockdown reunion!

Soooo the last 10 days are very important to us as Muslims (obviously the other 20 days are also important, this is just extra special).

This is the night when all the angels of heaven will descend.

Laylatul Qadr is so important that Allah has dedicated a whole surah to this special night.

A night which, if observed properly, will wipe out your previous sins.
A night full of blessings.
A night equivalent to more than 83 years of worshiping.

The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months. [Quran – 97:3]

During these last 10 nights, seek Laylatul Qadr and utilize every minute of the night in worship.

Whether you’re praying, doing dhikr, making dua, reading Quran, or even watching beneficial Islamic videos, try to stay up as much as you can and make the most of the time.

If you feel like you haven’t made the most of Ramadan, don’t worry there are 10 more nights. You still have an opportunity to ask for forgiveness and greater spiritual rewards.

Be positive and committed.

Don’t wait until the 27th night to make an effort. Try your best to put effort in each and every night.

Prepare a short dua list so you know exactly what you want to ask for, not only for yourself but your family and the people who are facing hardship around the world. This is your opportunity to sincerely ask Allah for what your heart desires.

Involve your family and loved ones, encourage them to make the most of the last 10 nights.

Take short naps during the day, so you can be energized in the evening and stay awake as much as you can.

Worship Allah looking your best, how we present ourselves has a psychological effect. Perfume, clean and nice clothes/abaya/kandora.

Prepare an area where you intend to pray at home, keep some water and snacks with you (so there’s no excuse to runaway to the kitchen).

If you feel yourself becoming tired, vary your acts of worship.

These nights are not the time to be updating social media and telling your friends about how spiritual you are. You dont need to show off or prove anything to anyone, your actions are between you and Allah.

Try to keep your phone away, distractions can easily break your concentration. Take regular breaks and use this time to check your phone.

Donate to charity and help the less fortunate. Give what you can and what is within your means. If it falls on Laylatul Qadr it is as if you gave charity everyday for at least 83 years.

Although the last 10 nights may feel tiring, try to keep focus. Remember how great the blessings and spiritual rewards are on these nights.

Think of the forgiveness you will receive on Laylatul Qadr.

In reality, nobody knows which night it could be and for this reason the Prophet (pbuh) would exert himself in extra worship during each of the last 10 nights in order to ensure he would not miss it.

The easiest way to find Laylatul Qadr is to worship every night during the last 10 nights of Ramadan, if you are unable to do so, at least on the odd nights.

Trust Allah and dont let any doubt or selfish thought take over your mind during worship.

Don’t compare yourself to other people. You see others, praying or doing more than you, it is easy to wish you could do the same or more.

We are all at different levels with our faith, focus on what YOU can achieve and Allah will reward you for trying your best.

I pray that all your fasts, prayers and duas will be accepted and I hope you are all staying safe and well during this time – Insh’Allah.

Leesh x