Ramadan Reflections 1437

Taking stock of our spiritual health is the first part of Ramadan. So much drains away from us during the year. After some time it seems that we only have dunya on our minds. The balance of akhira in our hearts seems to have dropped to an all time low. The business of the world with its crashing din and clutter, put strain on our hearts. The peace of the heart seems so far away.

In kindness, Allah the most merciful has given us a chance to open the two storerooms and evaluate the shelves. How did our mind get so filled with useless jumbles and desires? How did the hearts inventories flit away?

In 2016, Ramadan stressed our minds and hearts. We lost Muhammad Ali. Even in passing, he reaffirmed our faith. His eulogisers reminded us, not merely of his achievements, but of...