Ramadan

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Ramadanرَمَضَان — the month the Qur’an was revealed

Allah ﷻ says in the Qur’an that fasting was prescribed for the believers so that they may attain taqwa — God-consciousness (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:183). That one verse holds the entire purpose of the month: not hunger for its own sake, but a heart turned back toward its Creator.

This page is your starting point into our full Ramadan archive — 95 articles and growing every year: the fiqh of fasting, duas for suhoor and iftar, i’tikaf, Laylatul Qadr, worksheets for your kids, and honest reflections written during the month itself. Rather than scrolling through six pages of the archive below, use the sections here to jump straight to what you need today.

Preparing for Ramadan

The Salaf didn’t wait for the first night of Ramadan to begin preparing — they spent Rajab and Sha’ban laying the groundwork so the month itself could be spent in worship, not adjustment.

Sha’ban in Preparation of Ramadan — why this quiet month matters more than you think.
40 Days Until Ramadan: A Preparation Plan — a practical countdown rather than a last-minute scramble.
10 Proven Strategies for Mental and Emotional Preparation — for the years fasting feels harder than it should.
A Mother’s Guide to Preparing for Ramadan — preparing a home, not just yourself.
My Ramadan Goals and Ramadan Checklist — a simple framework for setting intentions that stick.
Decoration Ideas for Homes During Ramadan — making the month feel different from the moment it arrives.

The Fiqh of Fasting

Knowing why we fast matters — but so does knowing the rulings that protect a fast once it’s begun.

Learn the Fiqh of Fasting — the essentials to revise before day one.
How Much Is Kaffarah for Breaking a Fast? — what’s owed, and when fidya applies instead.
Can You Brush Your Teeth in Ramadan? — a question almost every fasting Muslim asks at least once.
How to Attain Taqwa in Ramadan? — the fiqh and the purpose held together.

Dua & Dhikr for Ramadan

Short, specific duas for every moment of the fasting day — from the last bite of suhoor to the first sip at iftar.

Dua for Suhoor & Dua for Breaking Fast (Iftar)
Masnun Post-Iftar Duas — the authentic supplications after the sun has set.
Dua of Sighting the New Moon — for Ramadan and Eid moon-sighting alike.
30 Duas from Hadith in 30 Days of Ramadan
Dua Book for Ramadan: 30 Qur’anic Duas in 30 Days
Ramadan Dhikr Chart — a free, printable tracker.

Looking for duas beyond Ramadan? Visit our full Dua section, or try the Digital Tasbih & Dhikr Counter to keep count during the month.

Laylatul Qadr & the Last 10 Nights

A single night better than a thousand months (Surah Al-Qadr, 97:3) — these pieces help you actually reach it, not just know about it.

Laylatul Qadr: The Night of Decree — meaning, signs, and how to seek it.
Authentic Hadiths on Laylatul Qadr
Personal Duas for Laylatul Qadr
What to Do in the Last 10 Days of Ramadan
Her First Laylatul Qadr — a teenager’s own account of the night that changed her Ramadan.

I’tikaf: Retreat in the Mosque

I’tikaf is the last 10 days distilled into a single act — stepping away from the world to sit with Allah alone.

The Goals of I’tikaf: Returning to Allah with a Pure Heart
Benefits of I’tikaf in Ramadan
I’tikaf: Types and Rules (Hanafi Fiqh)
Do’s and Don’ts of I’tikaf — the nullifiers worth knowing before you commit to it.

Ramadan for Families & Kids

Raising a child who loves Ramadan — not just survives it — takes a little structure. These are our most-saved family resources.

Introducing Children to Ramadan — notes from our own webinar on the topic.
Ramadan Journal (Free PDF) for Kids and Adults
Printable Ramadan Planner for Kids
Ramadan Bundle: Worksheet & Planner for Kids

For year-round material beyond Ramadan, explore our dedicated Kids platform and printable Islamic Worksheets.

Health, Suhoor & Wellbeing

Fasting well is as much about the body as the soul — waking for suhoor, eating right, and knowing when the Sunnah already has an answer.

Reflections, Stories & Ramadan Poetry

Not every piece here is a ruling. Some are simply what Ramadan feels like from the inside — written in the month itself, not after it.

Ramadan Series 2026: A Qur’anic Journey of Praise of Allah — follow along as new days are added.
Understanding the 99 Names of Allah — Ramadan Series
Developing Khashiyat of Allah: Adopting a Life of Taqwa
Reflections: Lessons from the Battle of Badr — fought during Ramadan itself.
Ramadan Poem: I Need a Spiritual Retreat
50 Ramadan Quotes and Status Updates
An Emotional Farewell to Ramadan

Zakat, Sadaqah & Life After Ramadan

Ramadan doesn’t end with the fast — it ends with what you give, and what you carry forward afterward.

Qur’an Verses About Zakat and Charity
Types of Sadaqah: The Difference Between Zakat, Fitra, Fidya and Sadaqa
10 Post-Ramadan Advice from the Ulema — how to keep the momentum after Eid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ramadan, and why do Muslims fast?

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and the month the Qur’an was first revealed. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset — abstaining from food, drink, and marital relations — as an act of worship prescribed to build taqwa. See our preparation section above to get started.

What breaks a fast in Ramadan?

Eating, drinking, and intimacy during fasting hours break the fast, along with a handful of less obvious situations covered in our fiqh of fasting section — including common questions like brushing your teeth or what kaffarah is owed if a fast is broken deliberately.

What is Laylatul Qadr, and when does it fall?

Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Decree, is described in the Qur’an as better than a thousand months. It’s widely sought on the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan. Our Laylatul Qadr section covers the signs, hadiths, and duas for these nights.

What is i’tikaf, and how is it observed?

I’tikaf is a spiritual retreat spent in the mosque, most commonly during the last ten days of Ramadan, dedicated entirely to worship. Our i’tikaf section walks through its goals, benefits, and rulings.

I’m looking for something for my kids — where do I start?

Start with our Ramadan for Families & Kids section above, then explore the full Kids platform and printable Islamic Worksheets for structured, age-appropriate material.

Can I test what I’ve learned about Ramadan?

Yes — try our Islamic Quiz & Flashcards or the Islamic History Quiz.

Explore the Full Archive

This page highlights a curated starting point into our full Ramadan archive — 95 articles and counting, updated every year as the month approaches. Use the sections above as your map, or scroll down to browse every post in the archive, newest first.

Related hubs you may also want: Hajj & Umrah Guide · Dua Section · Digital Tasbih & Dhikr Counter · Islamic Worksheets

Ramadan Mubarak — Jazakumullahu Khairan for reading.
May this be a Ramadan that changes you.

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