The Month of Rabi-ul-Awwal: Understanding The Significance of Reflection, Gratitude, and Charity
September 11, 2024
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September 11, 2024
The month of Rabi ul Awwal is a significant month in Islam, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.), celebrated as Eid Milad-un-Nabi (S.A.W.). For Muslims in the UK, this month gives them an opportunity for spiritual growth and communal unity, as they gather to reflect on the life and the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) highlighting his humility, kindness, and justice. Muslims in the UK specifically prefer to practise different acts of charity following the Sunnah of Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W) to gain countless blessings.
Rabi-ul-Awwal is the third month of the Islamic calendar, holding great significance following the birth of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W). The benefit of Rabi ul Awwal is to give an opportunity to reflect on our life, express our gratitude to Allah (SWT) for giving us birth as Muslims, and practice as much as possible of charitable acts in the light of the teachings of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W).
Giving charity to those in need is one of the greatest virtues. By performing charitable acts in the month of Rabi ul Awwal, we can reap immense rewards while following the path of our beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W).
As Allah (SWT) says in Surah Al-Baqarah:
“The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed of grain that sprouts seven ears, in every ear a hundred grains”_ (2:261).
In line with the Prophet’s teachings, let’s extend our helping hands to the desperate and donate during Rabi ul Awwal or Rabi-al Awwal month.
The month of Rabi ul Awwal holds great historical and religious significance in Islam. Following the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W), it was the day when the whole world transformed towards the right path. Allah (SWT) declared our beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W) ‘Rahmatun Lil’Alameen’, ‘Mercy to All of the Mankind’ which brings the whole Muslim community under the guidance of our Prophet.
It is the month of Rabi ul Awwal that emphasises the importance of strengthening the bond with Allah (SWT) by following the Sunnah of Muhammad (S.A.W). One of the major benefits of Rabi ul Awwal month is the availing these days as a time to deeply study the teaching of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W) and get to know about His character and legacy. Additionally, Rabi-ul-Awwal underscores significant events in Islamic history, such as the Hijrah (migration) to Madinah, the marriage of Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W) with Hazrat Khadija (R.A), and the demise of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W).
The sacred month of Rabi ul Awwal has numerous spiritual benefits which can be gained by practising good deeds. In addition to reciting Durood-o-Salam on the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) and increasing worshipping, engaging in charitable acts is highly encouraged during Rabi-ul-Awwal.
Donating during Rabi-ul-Awwal or Rabi-al-Awwal month corresponds with the teachings of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W) to earn countless rewards. With your Rabi al-Awwal charity, you can provide ease to those who are living through difficult circumstances.
The Prophet (S.A.W) said:
“The best of people are those who are most beneficial to others” (Al-Mu’jam Al-Awsat).
If you want to get involved in charitable activities in the month of Rabi ul Awwal, you can donate to Al-Wahab Foundation to make your kindness reach to those in desperate need.
Make this month an opportunity to increase your worship and connection with Allah. Engage in extra prayers, recite the Quran more often, and seek forgiveness for your sins. This will help you draw closer to your faith and attain spiritual growth.
During the month of Rabi ul Awwal, dedicate your time to studying the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W). Increase your recitation of Durood-o-Salaam upon the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.). This is a beautiful way to express your love and reverence during this sacred month.
Moreover, express your gratitude for the blessings in your life. The teachings of the Prophet emphasise the importance of gratitude as a means of drawing closer to Allah. Remember to pray for yourself, your loved ones, and the entire Muslim community as Rabi-ul-Awwal is a time to seek Allah’s blessings, forgiveness, and guidance.
Like every year, Al-Wahab Foundation is making the most of the month of Rabi ul Awwal by extending generosity towards those who are in dire need. From the villages facing shortage of water to those deprived families dealing with hunger, and the ones who cannot afford to get their eyesights treated, Al-Wahab Foundation is assisting them in the best possible ways to provide comfort and hope.
Muslims living in the UK usually prefer to donate during Rabi ul Awwal to gain multiple rewards by following the Sunnah of our beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W).
For Rabi-al-Awwal Charity this year, you can donate to Al-Wahab Foundation to provide sustenance in the form of cooked food or food packs. The food packs can serve the nourishment needs of a family of six for the entire month.
You can also help us install water hand pumps and water wells in the areas where local communities are lacking clean drinking water.
With your generous support towards our eye care project, you can give the gift of sight to the ones who cannot afford eye treatment and cataract surgeries.
By opting for Rabi-ul-Awwal as a time to invest in Sadaqah Jariyah, you can also contribute to our Build a Masjid project to let small villages and towns have access to safe and secure worshipping space.
Additionally, the month of Rabi ul Awwal is the best time to give Sadaqah and Zakat to serve the needs of those who are well-deserving. Your Rabi al-Awwal Charity to Al-Wahab Foundation can prove to be a vital support for many impoverished families.
Donating during Rabi-ul-Awwal month can reap you maximum blessings. Wondering about how you can contribute during Rabi-ul-Awwal? Here are a few ways for you to consider:
If you want to donate to Al-Wahab Foundation, visit our website, choose the cause, and make a donation. You can also set up direct debit by following the link and providing the relevant information of where most needed or call us at our donation hotline at 020 8903 8944.
The month of Rabi ul Awwal is the time of great significance, offering a unique opportunity for Muslims to reconnect with their faith, reflect on the life of the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W), engage in the acts of charity, and learn valuable lessons that are as relevant today as they were centuries ago.
Let’s embrace the blessings of Rabi-ul-Awwal, cherish its lessons, and strive to adopt the noble qualities as per our beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad’s (S.A.W) teachings.
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