Tag Archives: piety

Debunking the Claim that Ramadan is “just skipping a meal like lunch”

INTRODUCTION Ramadan is not as is claimed by some: “Just skipping a meal like lunch”. There is much more to it, including a spiritual element (mentioned later in this response). Those who utter and spread such belittling statements are either … Continue reading

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Definition of Taqwa (Piety/Fear of God)

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Sayings of the Salaf regarding Taqwa

1. Ibn ‘Abbas (رضي الله عنه‏) said about, هُدًى لِّلْمُتَّقِي (guidance for the Muttaqin) that it means, “They are the believers who avoid Shirk with Allah and who work in His obedience.” Ibn ‘Abbas also said that Al-Muttaqin means, “Those … Continue reading

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