Why is Ramadan so special?

Ramadan is one of the most significant month in the Islamic calendar (Hijri) and it is obligatory for Muslims to fast in this month. Here is why Ramadan is so special;

• Holy Quran was first revealed in the month of Ramadan.
• Fasting in the month of Ramadan is the fourth Pillar of Islam among the five.
• Fasting helps to attain Taqwa (performing of actions which please Allah and abstaining from those actions that displease Him).
• Ramadan is known to be the month of Quran. It is highly recommended in Ramadan to read and study the Holy Quran and to share with others.
• The Night of Decree or The Night of Power (Laylat al-Qadr) is in this month, which is better than a thousand months.
• In this Holy month, the gates of Paradise are opened, gates of Hell are closed and the devils are chained up.

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