Entering the days of Maghfirah (Forgiveness), A Time for Deep Reflection and Repentance
Entering the days of Maghfirah (Forgiveness), A Time for Deep Reflection and Repentance
As we journey through the sacred month of Ramadan, we now enter its second phase - the blessed ten days of Maghfirah (Forgiveness). Having experienced Allah (SWT) boundless mercy in the first ten days, our hearts turn toward seeking His forgiveness and drawing closer to Him.
During the second ten days of Ramadan we have the opportunity to reassess our actions, seek sincere forgiveness and strive for spiritual renewal.
Practical Ways to Seek Forgiveness
- Give in Charity
Charity (Zakah and Sadaqah) is not just an act of generosity, it is a means of spiritual purification and drawing closer to Allah (SWT).
- Cleanse the Heart
Free yourself from spiritual ailments such as envy, pride and hatred. Forgive others, mend broken relationships and cultivate a heart full of love and compassion.
- Sincere Repentance
Reflect deeply on past shortcomings, make a firm commitment to avoid them, and seek Allah’s (SWT) guidance to remain steadfast in goodness.
- Increase in Istighfar
Aishah (RA) reported: Prior to his demise, the Messenger of Allah (SWT) used to supplicate frequently: Subhan Allahi wa bihamdihi; Astaghfirullaha wa atubu ilaihi (Allah (SWT) is free from imperfection and I begin with praising Him. I beg forgiveness from Allah (SWT) and I turn to Him in repentance." [Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
As we journey through these blessed days, let us turn to Allah (SWT) with sincerity, seeking His boundless mercy and forgiveness. May He accept our fasting, acts of worship and grant us complete forgiveness. Ameen.