Ramadan this month was certainly different – but the Muslim community truly came together to show strength through spirituality and goodness.
Ramadan this month was certainly different – but the Muslim community truly came together to show strength through spirituality and goodness.
Ramadan in 2020 was definitely a different month than past years – many of us faced unprecedented challenges. But despite this, the Muslim community has come together like never before and has shown the true face of Ramadan: charity, humanity, and love for the ummah have helped shape this holy month into an unforgettable experience.
With that in mind, here are 5 ways Ramadan has changed us for the better during lockdown – in the hopes that we continue to stay united together as one ummah!
1. We learned to stay thankful
With Ramadan in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us had to quickly change the way we live our normal lives – but this didn’t stop us from staying thankful. From donations to the NHS to helping out our vulnerable neighbours while following government regulations on physical distancing, the Muslim community really came together to show our thanks to both the community and Allah.
2. We had more time for Allah and family
Many Muslims were quick to point out the blessings of what can seem to be a challenging time – with the lockdowns, many of us were able to spend more time with family and more time in prayer during Ramadan than previously. We finally had the opportunity to really connect with God during this month, and were able to connect with loved ones through technology. Helping keep our nation safe, many Muslims refrained from travelling unnecessarily and followed lockdown guidelines – and still found the blessings of this holy month.
3. Many of us learned new hobbies
During Ramadan, many Muslims became creative when it came to spending their time while fasting and self-isolating. Picking up new hobbies and getting creative in the kitchen were popular ways many Muslims choose to look at the bright side of things while making sure they stayed at home – from learning a new language to trying out new recipes, Ramadan in quarantine looked extra exciting to say the least!
4. Giving to charity became extra important
While many continue to face challenges from this pandemic, the Muslim community has truly come together to help each other out. From incredible charity campaigns to donating food to the vulnerable and essential workers of society while keeping the important 2 meter physical distance, Muslims really came together during Ramadan to practice one of the most important aspects of the religion: charity.
5. We learned how to stay spiritually connected
Despite being physically apart, the Muslim community learnt how to stay together spiritually during this Ramadan. From reaching out (virtually) to friends, family, and loved ones to helping out the vulnerable to spending time in prayer, all these acts helped us become better Muslims.
Ramadan this month was certainly different – but the Muslim community truly came together to show strength through spirituality and goodness. Let us pray that we continue on this path!
