The Bountiful Rewards of Worship in Ramadan: Unveiling Worship Treasures with Qortoba Institution

Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, is a time of unparalleled spiritual devotion. This sacred month is marked by intensified acts of worship, each carrying profound rewards that are exponentially amplified during this blessed period. For non-native  Muslim speakers in America, Britain, and Canada, Qortoba Institution for Learning Arabic and the Qur’an offers an exceptional opportunity to delve into these acts of worship, enhancing both spiritual and intellectual growth. As, Qortoba Institution highlights the nature and rewards of various worship practices  with a particular focus on their special rewards during Ramadan.

 The Essence of Worship in Islam

 Worship (Ibadah) in Islam encompasses both obligatory and voluntary acts, serving as expressions of a Muslim’s faith and submission to Allah (SWT). The core forms of worship include Salah (prayer), Sawm (fasting), Zakah (almsgiving), Hajj (pilgrimage), and recitation of the Quran. Each act is imbued with unique rewards, providing spiritual nourishment and divine virtue.

The Multifold Rewards of Worship

1. Salah (Prayer)

Salah, performed five times daily, is the bedrock of a Muslim’s spiritual life. It establishes a direct communion with Allah (SWT), offering innumerable rewards such as forgiveness of sins, inner peace, and spiritual elevation. The Hadith elucidates:

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“The five daily (prescribed) Salat, and Friday (prayer) to the next Friday (prayer), and the fasting of Ramadan to the next Ramadan, is expiation of the sins committed in between them, so long as major sins are avoided”.

الصلوات الخمس والجمعة إلى الجمعة، ورمضان إلى رمضان، مكفرات ما بينهن إذا اجتنبت الكبائر

 This underscores the profound spiritual cleansing achieved through regular Salah.

 Special Rewards in Ramadan

During Ramadan, the rewards of Salah are magnified manifold. The increased devotion and communal prayers, such as Taraweeh, elevate the spiritual ambiance, fostering a deeper connection to the divine.

2. Sawm (Fasting)

 Fasting during Ramadan is a cornerstone of Islamic worship, entailing abstention from food, drink, and other physical needs from dawn until sunset. The rewards of fasting include heightened piety, self-discipline, and empathy for the less fortunate.

 مَنْ صَامَ يَوْمًا فِي سَبِيلِ اللَّهِ بَعَّدَ اللَّهُ وَجْهَهُ عَنِ النَّارِ سَبْعِينَ خَرِيفًا
If anyone fasts for a day for God sake, God will remove him seventy years’ distance from hell.

Fasting is one of the pillars of Islam and is rewarded with forgiveness of sins and entry into Paradise through a special gate called al-Rayyan

 Allah (SWT) Says in the holy Qur’an: “O believers! Fasting is prescribed for you—as it was for those before you—so perhaps you will become mindful ˹of Allah”˺

(Surah al-Baqarah 183).

 يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِنْ قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ

This highlights the spiritual refinement and moral elevation attained through fasting.

 Special Rewards in Ramadan

The act of fasting during Ramadan is imbued with unparalleled rewards. The hadith states, “Whoever fasts during Ramadan out of faith and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven” (Sahih Bukhari), illustrating the immense spiritual purification available.

 Zakah (Almsgiving)

 Zakah, or charitable giving, is integral to fostering social justice and economic equity within the Muslim community. The rewards for Zakah include the purification of wealth, spiritual growth, and social harmony.

 Allah ( SWT)  states: “Take, [O, Muhammad], from their wealth a charity by which you purify them and cause them increase, and invoke [Allah’s blessings] upon them” , emphasizing the divine blessings and purification that accompany acts of charity.

 Special Rewards in Ramadan

 During Ramadan, the act of giving charity is especially meritorious. Muslims are encouraged to increase their charitable deeds, with the understanding that their rewards will be exponentially multiplied.Charity during Ramadan is rewarded abundantly, and providing Iftar to a fasting person earns a similar reward to fasting itself

 Recitation of the Quran

 The recitation of the Qur’an holds a place of paramount importance in Islamic worship. Engaging with the Qur’an brings numerous rewards, including spiritual enlightenment, increased knowledge, and divine guidance.

 Fasting and the Qur’an intercede for a man in the day of judgement .

الصيام والقرآن يشفعان للعبد يوم القيامة

Special Rewards in Ramadan

 Ramadan is known as the month of the Qur’an, commemorating the revelation of the sacred text. The rewards for reciting the Qur’an during this month are immense, with each letter recited bringing multiplied blessings.

5. Laylat al-Qadr (The Night of Decree)

 Laylat al-Qadr, a night within the last ten days of Ramadan, is described as “better than a thousand months” . Worship performed on this night carries rewards equivalent to a lifetime of devotion. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “Whoever stands [in prayer] in Laylat al-Qadr out of faith and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven” (Sahih Bukhari), underscoring the unique opportunity for spiritual renewal on this blessed night.

 Enhancing Worship with the Qortoba Institution

 Qortoba Institution for Learning Arabic and the Qur’an plays a pivotal role in enabling non-native Muslim  speakers in America, Britain, and Canada to maximize the rewards of their worship during Ramadan. By providing a supportive and enriching learning environment, the institution equips learners with the linguistic and spiritual tools necessary to engage deeply with Islamic worship practices.the institution offers immersive Arabic language courses, Quranic study sessions, Qur’an recitation classes and community engagement activities tailored to the needs of non-native Muslim  speakers, fostering a holistic approach to spiritual and intellectual growth.

In conclusion, Worship in Islam encompasses different acts, each endowed with distinct rewards and blessings. The holy month of Ramadan amplifies these rewards, offering unparalleled opportunities for spiritual growth and divine virtue. Ramadan stands as a time of immense spiritual bounty. Qortoba Institution for Learning Arabic and the Qur’an provides a supportive and enriching environment for Muslims to maximize the rewards of their worship during this sacred month. By embracing the unique opportunities of Ramadan, Muslims can deepen their faith, strengthen their community, and achieve lasting spiritual fulfillment.