There is very strong link between Ramadhaan and the Tilaawat of the Qur’aan. Almost all Allah great holy books were sent down in this month. Similarly, in this month the Qur’aan was brought down from the ‘lowhul mahfoozh’ (preserved tablet) to the ‘samaaud dunyaa’ (Earthly sky), from where it was revealed bit by bit to Rasulullah j in a period of twenty three years.
There is a great connection between the Qur’aan and the month of Ramadhaan. For this reason, as much Tilaawat of the Qur’aan as possible should be made during this month. Such was the habit of our pious people of the past. Jibraeel used to recite the whole Qur’aan to our Nabi j in the month of Ramadhaan. In some reports it is stated that Rasulullah j used to recite and Jibraeel used to listen.
The Ulama’ have said that it is Mustahab to read Qur’aan in such a manner that while one recites the other listens. Thereafter, another recites while others listen. So recite the Qur’aan as much as possible. Whatever time remains thereafter should not be wasted.
Rasulullah j drew our attention to four things and advised that we should practice them as much as possible. They are the recitation of Kalimah Tayibbah, istighfaar, begging for Jannah and asking safety from Jahannam. Therefore, it must be regarded an honour to spend as much time as possible reciting these. This will be the true appreciation of the teachings of Rasulullah j. What is so difficult about keeping the tongue busy with the recitation of Durood (salawaat) or ‘Laa Ilaha illallah’ while being engaged in our daily works?
In the same Hadeeth, Rasulullah j said a few more things; Ramadhaan is the month of patience. So if great difficulty is experienced in fasting, one should bear it with patience. One should not complain as people are fond of doing during hot days. If by chance sehri is missed then too one should not complain. Similarly, should any difficulty or trial be experienced, one should bear it with patience; otherwise, these deeds may possibly be empty of barakah (blessings). When we avoid the worldly pleasures and give up oureating and drinking, then for the sake of Allah’s pleasure what are these difficulties.
