The sacred month of Ramadan officially started in Pakistan, with the first Taraweeh (evening prayers) held after the Prayers of Isha.
Nearly 1.9 billion Muslims around the world began to observe Ramadan this weekend, the sacred month marked by the fast of dawn and prayer. Ramadan is crowned for Muslims because tradition maintains that the Holy Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (PSL) during this month.
Ramadan is a moment that encourages spiritual elevation, self-purification (Tazkiyah) and self-reflection, while promoting the brotherhood and mutual unity. During this blessed month, millions across the country will observe fasting, seeking spiritual proximity to Allah by charity, acts of worship and good deeds.
The number of people attending mosques has had a significant increase, while Muslims are starting to offer Taraweeh prayers from tonight. In addition, the mosques were nicely decorated to mark the arrival of the sacred month.
In the markets, there is a visible rush of people who transport dates, fruit and other essential items for Ramadan.
President, PM welcomes the nation when Ramadan arrived
Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif granted their sincere greetings to the nation during the sacred month of Ramadan.
In his message, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif granted sincere greetings to Muslims in Pakistan and in the world at the start of Ramadan.
“While the blessed month of Ramadan begins, I give my sincere greetings to Muslims in Pakistan and in the world. This sacred month is a period of reflection, self-discipline and spiritual renewal, reminding us of the values of compassion, patience and unity, “he said.
He also stressed: “Ramadan offers us the opportunity to strengthen our faith, to seek forgiveness and to show kindness in terms of people in need. Fasting is not only to abstain from food and drinks, it is a question of humoring the ego and retaining greed. It is an act of submission, reminding us that while we are weak, Allah Swt is the Almighty. »»
The Prime Minister also reminded the nation: “It is a month of immense blessings, reminding us of being grateful to the mercy of Allah and to embrace the true spirit of empathy and generosity while recognizing our responsibility for taking care of the less wealthy.”
“I pray to Allah Almighty to accept our fasts, our prayers and our good deeds and to bless Pakistan with progress and prosperity. May this Ramadan be a source of immense blessings and advice for all of us, “he added.
Likewise, President Asif Ali Zardari transmitted his greetings and urged the nation to engage in charity and altar.
He underlined: “We must go beyond our means to support the poor. These principles play an essential role in the construction of a strong, progressive and compassionate society. In doing so, we will achieve the real Ramadan objectives and achieve its awards. »»
President Zardari also congratulated the Nation and the Muslim Ummah, noting: “Ramadan is a month of mercy, forgiveness and salvation. He teaches us self-purification, patience, perseverance, compassion, equality and unity. This sacred month offers an excellent opportunity to reach piety, sincerity and proximity to Allah Almighty. »»
He urged the public to go beyond personal interests and to support the least wealthy, declaring: “Let us realize the needs of the poor and departures and promote the spirit of sacrifice and generosity in society.”
The president concluded his message by praying to Allah Almighty to grant everyone the ability to benefit from Ramadan blessings, to embody patience and piety and contribute to the well-being of Muslim Ummah. He also prayed for this month to bring peace, stability, development and prosperity in Pakistan.
