Ramadan Essentials Toolkit 2022

Ramadan Essentials
Toolkit
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You took a huge step towards investing in yourself this Ramadan!
I am always impressed when someone takes the time to invest in
themselves and reach closer to Allah SWA.
Ramadan is a ONCE IN A LIFETIME CHANCE to finally
change that happens no other time of the year.
Don't misss your chance!
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Many Muslims look forward to Ramadan
Ramadan fasting helps cultivate in order to correct bad eating habits or to
the spirit of sacrifice and teaches lose weight. While this is not the focus or
us moral- and self-discipline, as purpose of Ramadan, we can still also use
well as sympathy for the poor. this time to make a renewed effort to take
better care of the beautiful gift that Allah
SWA has given us ... our body.
Ramadan fasting also allows you to
experience health benefits of fasting, This book will give you practical tips that
so long that you do what works best for will give you practical and benefical tips to
you and pay attention to what your do so, insh'Allah.
body needs.
2021 Mindful Muslimah
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
01 The Wisdom of Fasting
02 The Immense Barakah of

Fasting
04 Everyday Duas in
Ramadan
07
Ramadan: The Month of
the Qur’an
09 Nutrition in Ramadan
12 Eating with Blessing and

Etiquette
13 Daily Ramadan Workshop
15 Making the Most of the

Morning
18 Quick and Easy Daily

Remembrance
Quick and Easy Evening
20 Remembrance
21
Dua for Forgiveness (The
Chief of Prayers)
22 How to Have More

Khushua in Salat
23 Zakat
25 Daily Ramadan Workshop
26 Post Ramadan Goals
THE WISDOM OF FASTING
01
As one of Islam’s five pillars, fasting in The Qur’an states:

Ramadan was prescribed by Allah (SWT)
as an obligatory act for all those who are “Oh you who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you
able to. Fasting, however, is more than as it was prescribed to those before you, that you
just a simple act of worship. It has a may learn piety and righteousness.”
holistic influence on our physical and
mental states, offering benefit for both.
(Qur’an 2:183)
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THE IMMENSE BARAKAH OF
02
FASTING

Fasting connects us to Allah It cleanses your body from harmful

impurities and revitalizes your soul by
(SWT) teaching self-control and self-discipline.
Abstaining from physical desires raises our
state of taqwa (consciousness of Allah
(SWT) and allows us to refocus on our Fasting encourages us to sympathise
spiritual state.
with those less fortunate than us.
During Ramadan Allah (SWT)
The pangs of hunger remind us of those unable
showers us with His mercy.
to afford food, thus encouraging charitable acts.
The gates of Hellfire are closed and the gates

of Paradise are opened.
THE IMMENSE BARAKAH OF
FASTING
03

Fasting removes past sins. For the fasting person there are two times of
It is related in a hadith that Allah (SWT) said. joy:
“Every (sinful) deed can be expiated; and the “A time of joy when he breaks his fast and a
fast is for Me, so I will give the reward for it; time of joy when he meets his Lord.” (Muslim)
and the smell which comes out of the mouth of

a fasting person, is better in Allah’s sight than The prophet (PBUH) said:
the smell of musk.” (Bukhari)
“There are three people whose supplications are
not rejected: the fasting person when he breaks
the fast, the just ruler and the supplication of the
oppressed” (Tirmidhi)
EVERYDAY DUAS IN
04
RAMADAN

Intention for beginning the fast (in the heart)
"Wa bisawmi ghadin nawaytu min shahri ramadaan"

"I intend to keep the fast for tomorrow in the month of Ramadan"
EVERYDAY DUAS IN
RAMADAN
05

Dua for breaking the fast
"Allahumma laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa 'alayka tawakkaltu wa

alaa rizq-ika-aftartu"

"O Allah! I fasted for You and I believe in You and I put my trust in You and I
break my fast with Your sustenance"
EVERYDAY DUAS IN
RAMADAN
06

Recommended Dua for Ramadan
"Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun kareemun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu ‘annee"

"O Allah, You are the best forgiver. You love forgiveness, so forgive me”
RAMADAN: THE MONTH OF
THE QUR’AN
07

Ramadan is the month in which the Qur’an Allah SWT has indeed blessed us with the Qur’an
was revealed, so what better time to as a guidance from darkness into light (Qur’an
reconnect ourselves to Allah (SWT) through 14:11) thus, it is a must for us to recite it often,
it. It was sent to mankind as a complete act upon its guidance and show it the proper
and perfect guidance, and such is the etiquette and reverence. Indeed Allah SWT has
greatness of this gift from Allah (SWT) that said.
He has said:
“Whosoever exalts the signs of Allah, that is indeed
“If we had sent down this Qur’an upon a from piety of hearts.”
mountain, you would have seen it humbled
and coming apart from fear of Allah. And (Qur’an 22:32)
these examples We present to the people that
perhaps they will give thought.”
(Qur’an 59: 21)
08
Some Merits of Some Etiquettes of
Reading the Qur’an Reading the Qur’an
The Prophet (PBUH) said. “The best Make Wudhu to be in a state of ritual
amongst you is the one who purity.
learns the Qur’an and teaches it.”
(Bukhari)
The Qur’an will intercede for its Wear clean clothes.

readers on the day of resurrection
(Muslim)
Each letter read from the Qur’an Begin with a sincere intention, seeking
is rewarded with a good deed, and Allah’s SWT pleasure and not for
each good deed is rewarded worldly gain.
tenfold (Tirmidhi)
Reading Qur’an is a form of Sit calmly, avoiding unnecessary

remembrance of Allah SWT , of movement and face qibla.
which we are told: “Verily, on the
remembrance of Allah do hearts
find rest!” (Qur’an 13:28)
NUTRITION IN RAMADAN
09
Eating properly in Ramadan is not only a For the body

physical priority, but is something that can also Foods for energy
affect our spiritual health. By eating the wrong Bananas
foods, we can bring on tiredness and lethargy Dates
which can in turn affect our ability to worship Brown rice
and devote our time to Allah (SWT). Thus, Porridge
eating properly during Ramadan is not just a Eggs
physical duty, but a spiritual necessity. Poultry and Fish
This e-book is for suggestive information purposes only and is not meant to be a
substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
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Foods to help digestion (to avoid feeling Foods to avoid

bloated and lethargic) Deep-fried foods like samosas, spring rolls,
Figs chips and donuts. These foods can make
Dates digestion difficult and lead to feeling
Whole-wheat bread bloated.
Oats High-sugar and high-fat foods. These can
Brown rice give your body a sudden rush of sugar which
Broccoli does not last and gives your body a shock.
Pears High-fat cooked foods e.g oily curries
This e-book is for suggestive information purposes only and is not meant to be a
substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
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Healthy Alternatives
Make sure you stay hydrated!
Pan-fry food rather than deep frying
Drink plenty of water
Baking or steaming food
Avoid drinks with high caffeine content )e.g
tea, coffee) as these can cause you to lose
fluids
Keeping hydrated can aid digestion and
help you to avoid headaches and dizziness
during the day
EATING WITH BLESSING
12
AND ETIQUETTE
Eat with blessing and Etiquette of eating with
follow the Sunnah* others**
Thank Allah (swt) for having provided Allow elders and guests to begin eating
and blessed you with the food first
Eat with your right hand Avoid silence and hold good conversation
Eat odd numbers of dates and other fruits Do not wish to eat more than your friend
Praise the food and avoid criticising it Eat in a way so that your companion does
not need to encourage you to eat more
Develop restraint by stopping before you Avoid watching or observing your

are completely full companions eating
Eat with other and share food Be courteous and avoid speech that may
offend others eating with you
Eat with a good intention. For instance, to

nourish yourself so that you can serve
Allah SWT
Eat with the realisation that eating is not

an end in itself, but rather a means of
increasing your obedience to Allah SWT
Worship
DAILY RAMADAN WORKSHOP 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

1
Prayed my five daily Salaat
Prayed Qiyam-ul-layl (Tahajjud)
Made morning Dhikr (Remembrance
of Allah) after Salaat ul-Fajr
Prayed Taraweeh
Prayed Nafl (optional Salaat) 1
Read and memorised at least 2 duas
in this booklet
Qur'an
Reading transition (Tilawat) & commentary (Tafseer)

Reflection
Memorisation
Charity
Paid Zakat (if Applicable)

Paid Zakat ul-Fitr (for the month)
Paid Sadaqah
Sunnah
Practise at least one Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH)
My Actions
Did some exercise & tried y best to take care of my

body
Did something special for my parents
Made one person smile
Removed harm from the path of at least one person
Reflected upon myself and my actions
Increased knowledge through reading and
listening to a talk
Read Surah Mulk before going to sleep
Went to sleep in state of Wudhu
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Worship
DAILY RAMADAN WORKSHOP 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

1
Prayed my five daily Salaat
Prayed Qiyam-ul-layl (Tahajjud)
Made morning Dhikr (Remembrance
of Allah) after Salaat ul-Fajr
Prayed Taraweeh
Prayed Nafl (optional Salaat) 1
Read and memorised at least 2 duas
in this booklet
Qur'an
Reading transition (Tilawat) & commentary (Tafseer)

Reflection
Memorisation
Charity
Paid Zakat (if Applicable)

Paid Zakat ul-Fitr (for the month)
Paid Sadaqah
Sunnah
Practise at least one Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH)
My Actions
Did some exercise & tried y best to take care of my

body
Did something special for my parents
Made one person smile
Removed harm from the path of at least one person
Reflected upon myself and my actions
Increased knowledge through reading and
listening to a talk
Read Surah Mulk before going to sleep
Went to sleep in state of Wudhu
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MAKING THE MOST OF THE 15

MORNING

The early hours of the day are a blessed time for devotions and the remembrance of
Allah (Swt), as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) made a dua saying.
“Oh Allah, bless my Ummah in the mornings.” (Tirmidhi)

From the quiet of dawn, to the moments when the rays of Allah’s (SWT) mercy descend
on the land and awake his creation, make sure you are counted amongst those who
remember Him.
"Allahumma ma asbaha bi min ni’matin aw bi ahadim min khalqika fa minka

wahdaka la sharika laka fa lakal hamdu wa lakash shukru"

“O Allah, whatever blessing I or any of Your creation have risen upon, is from You
alone, without partner, so for You is all praise and unto You all thanks.” (Abu Dawud)
16
Eat Suhoor! The Prophet Muhammad Pray the two raka’ah sunnah of Salaat ul-Fajr
(PBUH) said: (To be after the adhan, and before the fard
prayer)
“The Suhoor is a meal of blessing, so do
not leave it, even if one of you just takes The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said of this
a gulp of water, since Allah sends mercy prayer: “It is more superior than the world and
and His angels seek forgiveness for everything within it.” (Muslim)
those who take Suhoor.” (Ahmad)
17
Stay up after Salaat ul-Fajr to make dua Pray Salaat ad-Duha

and dhikr until sunrise
“Whoever regularly prays the two raka’ah of
“He who performs the Fajr prayer in Duha, his sins are forgiven even if they are as
congregation and remains seated in the numerous as the foam of the sea.” (Tirmidhi)
same place while engaging in dhikr until
after sunrise and thereafter performs 2
raka’ah voluntary prayer, he will obtain the
rewards of one Hajj and one Umrah.”
(Tirmidhi)
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REMEMBRANCE

Whether you are working, studying, or simply enjoying some free time make sure you fill your
day with worship or remembrance of Allah (SWT) this Ramadan. Here are some easy adhkar
(plural of dhikr) to help you make the most of these precious moments.
Say la’ilaha ilallah throughout the day. The Make abundant Salawat:
merits of saying this: “Verily Allah and his angels send blessings upon
the prophet: O you believe! Send blessings upon
Hellfire is forbidden for the one who says him and salute him with all due respect to him.”
it sincerely (Bukhari) (Qur’an 33:56)
The Prophet (PBUH) will intercede for
those who say it (Bukhari) Making Salawat (sending prayers of peace and
blessings upon the prophet (PBUH) is a
Saying ‘SubhanAllah’** 200 times will supplication that Allah (swt) has commanded us to
remove 1000 sins and has good deeds do in the Qur’an, and is a simple way of increasing
written for you (Muslim) our love and nearness to him and his messenger
(PBUH). It is not only a way of showing our
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said of this gratitude to Allah (SWT) for sending his greatest
prayer: “It is more superior than the world creation to us but is also an act that holds great
and everything within it.” (Muslim) benefit for the one who does it.
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There are numerous ways to make Salawat

Some of the benefits of sending Salawat
however an easy way to send salawat upon
upon the Prophet are:
the Prophet is to say:
Ten good deeds are written and ten sins

“Allahumma salli ‘ala Muhammad wa ‘ala aalihi.”
are erased and tye level of the one sending
Meaning “Oh Allah, bless Muhammad and his
the Salawat is elevated ten ranks. (Bukhari)
family.”
Those who make the most Salawat will be
closest to the Prophet (pbuh) on the Day of
Resurrection. (Tirmidhi)
Duas are strengthened by Salawat: Dua is
suspended between heaven and earth and
none of it is taken up until you send
blessings upon your Prophet (PBUH).”
(Tirmidhi)
QUICK & EASY EVENING
REMEMBRANCE
20

Make the most of Ramadan's evening by ensuring that you include some of these simple yet
rewarding tips:
"Allahumma Bika Amsaina Wa Bika Asbahna Wa Bika Nahya

Wa Bika Namutu Wa Ilaika An-nushur"
“Oh Allah, by your leave we have reached the evening and by your leave we have
reached the morning by your leave we live and die and unto you is our return.”
(Tirmidhi)
Read Qur’an Pray Taraweeh in Jamaah at the mosque

This is the month where the Prophet (pbuh)
would study the Qur’an with Angel Jibril (as). Pray Salaat ul-Witr
Pray salaat at-Tahajjud Sleep in a state of Wudhu

The Prophet (PBUH) said: “The best prayer
after the obligatory prayers is the prayer which Read the 3 Quls before sleeping
is performed in the last part of the night.”
(Muslim) Make Dua in the last third of the night
“As it is in that time that Allah looks for
those who are seeking his help and
forgiveness.” ( Bukhari)
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DUA FOR FORGIVENESS (THE
CHIEF OF PRAYERS)
21
Sayyid Al-Istighfar
Shaddad Ibn Aws (ra) narrated that the Prophet (PBUH) said: “The most superior request for
forgiveness is to say”:
"Allahumma anta rabbi la ilaha illa anta, khalaqtani wa-ana ‘abduk, wa-
ana ‘ala ‘ahdika wawa‘dika mas-tata‘t, a‘oothu bika min sharri ma sana‘t,
aboo-o laka bini‘matika ‘alay, wa-aboo-o bithanbee, faghfir lee fa-innahu
la yaghfiru-thunaba illa ant"
“O Allah, you are my Lord. There is no God besides You. You created me and I am
Your servant. following Your covenant and (my) promise to You as much as I can. I
seek refuge in You from the evil that I have done. Before You I acknowledge Your
blessings bestowed upon me and I confess my sins to You. So, forgive me, for surely
no one can forgive sins except You.”
" The Prophet (PBUH) then added, "Anyone who says this during the day. firmly
believing in it, and dies before the evening; or says it in the evening, firmly
believing In it, and dies before the following morning, will be among the people of
paradise." (Bukhari)
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HOW TO HAVE MORE
KHUSHUA IN SALAT
22
(More Focus in Prayer)

Focus in Salaat (Khushoo')

In a month when we hope to draw closer to Allah (swt), increasing our concentration during
prayer is particularly Important. Have a look at these tips below to help you to elevate your
concentration during your prayers.
Preparation Prayer
Focus whilst performing your Wudhu and Come to prayer with a balance of love, fear
perform it with remembrance of Allah (swt) and awe of Allah (SWT) in your heart.
Avoid conversation during Wudhu. Come to prayer seeking Allah's (SWT) bounty
Wash each part of the body with the belief and reward.
that you are purifying yourself before See it as a means of getting closer to your
meeting Allah (SWT)) Creator.
Come to prayer with humility and with a Learn the meanings of what you are saying.
belief that Allah (SWT) will forgive you of particularly Surah Fatiha.
your sins. Perform each movement slowly and with
Wear nice clothes and present yourself calmness.
with the awareness that you will be Slow down your breath to feel each
standing before the Lord of all creation. movement
Ask Allah SWT to help you focus Pray as if it is your last prayer.
Awareness of the heart Awareness of the mind Awareness of the body

To remember Intention To stay alert and attentive To avoid rushing and to
and purpose to your actions perfect each movement
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ZAKAT
Zakat ul Fltr Why pay it during Ramadan?

Zakat ul eltr must be paid before the Eid prayer Good deeds are multiplied 70 times this
by each adult Muslim for themselves and each month, making It the perfect time to pay
or their dependants. The amount this year is 5 your Zakat.
per head.
How much should I pay?
Zakat Generally, if the amount of wealth you have
What is Zakat? owned for one year exceeds the Nisaab
One of the five pillars of Islam. Zakat literally
means ‘to cleanse’ or ‘purify’.Paying Zakat on
your wealth purifies it and Increases what
remains
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* then Zakat must be paid on that amount. The one who pays Fidya does not have to make up
For your silver possessions please refer to the the fast. Those who do not meet these conditions
silver Nisaab. * but have a valid reason can make up the fast after
For gold and monetary possessions. please re It Ramadan.
to the gold Nisaab. *
For gold and monetary possessions. please re Kaffarah
It to the gold Nisaab. * Kaffarah must be paid by the person who
deliberately misses or breaks a fast with no valid
reason, who must also last 60 days consecutively.
Fidya
If they are unable to do so, they should feed 60
Fidya Is paid when three conditions are met:
poor people for every fast missed, at a rate of 5
1. They are unable to fast in Ramadan
per person.
2. They are unable to make them up in the rest
of the year (e.g. due to lifelong illness)
3. They do not expect to ever be able to make
up the fasts.
ZAKAT CALCULATOR
Step 1: Work out what you own
25
Cash in hand
$
Cash in bank account(s)
$
Value of gold (current market value)

$
Value of sliver (current market value) $
Amount given in loans (where the debtor

is able and willing to pay back the loan) $
Current value of shares $
Value of goods in stock for sale

$
Total Assets $
Step 2: Work out your outgoings from

what you own
Amount owned in debt (short term loans or those

$
payable within a year)
Expenses (tax, rent and other bills due immediately)

$
Total Liabilities $
Step 3: Minus Total Liabilities from Total Assets and If the

amount Is more than the Nisaab then multiply by 0.025
Total Assets Total Liabilities Total Zakat
$ $ $
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POST RAMADAN GOALS 26
Continue your good deeds after Ramadan is over with the following goals
1 Recite/ Memorize Qur’an daily

10 Eat moderately according to Sunnah

2 Continue perfecting your

concentration (Khushoo’) in Salaat 11 Treat others with compassion

Offer Salaat ut-Tahajjud praye

3 12 Renew ties with those you have lost
touch with

Forgive others and ask for their

4 Keep optional fasts on Mondays
and Thursdays (Masnoon) 13 forgiveness

5 Increase your invocations morning

14
Reflect daily on your deeds and actions

and evening
6 Give charity regularly and help others

15
Smile:] make others smile

7 Treat parents with Ihsan (excellence)

16
Visit the sick

8 Renew Wudhu whenever it is broken

17 Take care of your body through
healthy eating and exercise

9 Be mindful of your speech

18 Pray Nafl Salaat

MABROOK!
You took a huge step towards investing in yourself this Ramadan!
I am always impressed when someone takes the time to invest in
themselves and reach closer to Allah SWA.
Ramadan is a ONCE IN A LIFETIME CHANCE to finally
change that happens no other time of the year.
Don't misss your chance!
JOIN OUR RAMADAN

EXPERIENCE

DON'T SPEND RAMADAN ALONE

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JOIN OUR RAMADAN

DON'T SPEND RAMADAN ALONE

02 The Immense Barakah of

12 Eating with Blessing and

13 Daily Ramadan Workshop

15 Making the Most of the

18 Quick and Easy Daily

22 How to Have More

25 Daily Ramadan Workshop

26 Post Ramadan Goals

As one of Islam’s five pillars, fasting in The Qur’an states:

Fasting connects us to Allah It cleanses your body from harmful

The gates of Hellfire are closed and the gates

It is related in a hadith that Allah (SWT) said. joy:

and the smell which comes out of the mouth of

Intention for beginning the fast (in the heart)

"Wa bisawmi ghadin nawaytu min shahri ramadaan"

Dua for breaking the fast

"Allahumma laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa 'alayka tawakkaltu wa

Recommended Dua for Ramadan

"Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun kareemun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu ‘annee"

(Qur’an 59: 21)

The Qur’an will intercede for its Wear clean clothes.

Reading Qur’an is a form of Sit calmly, avoiding unnecessary

Eating properly in Ramadan is not only a For the body

Foods to help digestion (to avoid feeling Foods to avoid

Develop restraint by stopping before you Avoid watching or observing your

Eat with a good intention. For instance, to

Eat with the realisation that eating is not

Reading transition (Tilawat) & commentary (Tafseer)

Paid Zakat (if Applicable)

Practise at least one Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH)

Did some exercise & tried y best to take care of my

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Reading transition (Tilawat) & commentary (Tafseer)

Paid Zakat (if Applicable)

Practise at least one Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH)

Did some exercise & tried y best to take care of my

MAKING THE MOST OF THE 15

“Oh Allah, bless my Ummah in the mornings.” (Tirmidhi)

"Allahumma ma asbaha bi min ni’matin aw bi ahadim min khalqika fa minka

Stay up after Salaat ul-Fajr to make dua Pray Salaat ad-Duha

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There are numerous ways to make Salawat

Ten good deeds are written and ten sins

"Allahumma Bika Amsaina Wa Bika Asbahna Wa Bika Nahya

Read Qur’an Pray Taraweeh in Jamaah at the mosque

Pray salaat at-Tahajjud Sleep in a state of Wudhu

(More Focus in Prayer)

Focus in Salaat (Khushoo')

Awareness of the heart Awareness of the mind Awareness of the body

Zakat ul Fltr Why pay it during Ramadan?

Value of gold (current market value)

Value of sliver (current market value) $

Amount given in loans (where the debtor

Current value of shares $

Value of goods in stock for sale