MAKE THE MOST OF THE BEST 10 DAYS OF DHUL HIJJAH

MAKE THE MOST OF THE BEST 10 DAYS OF DHUL HIJJAH

This day I have perfected for you your religion and completed My favour upon you. (Holy Qur’an 05:03)

Dhul Hijjah is the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar. The first ten days are considered the best days of the year, even more so than the last ten days of Ramadan. Indeed, Sunan Ibn Majah states that ‘there are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days’.

These days also mark the beginning of the Hajj pilgrimage. Among them, the 9th day — the Day of Arafah — holds special significance. On this day in 632CE, Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) delivered his final sermon on Mount Arafat, and Allah (SWT) completed His favour and perfected the religion of Islam.

Even if you’re not performing Hajj this year, you can still benefit from the immense blessings of Dhul Hijjah. Discover how to make the most of ten days that matter.

VOLUNTARY FASTING – REWARDS FOR THE FIRST 10 DAYS

The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Fasting on the day of Arafah is an expiation for the preceding year and the following year.”
(Ibn Majah)

Fasting on the Day of Arafah helps us seek forgiveness and grow closer to Allah (SWT). If you are unable to fast on the 9th day, fasting on any one of the first ten days is still beneficial. According to a Tirmidhi narrated hadith, the Prophet (ﷺ) is reported to have said it is like fasting for an entire year.

TAHAJJUD – NIGHT PRAYER DURING DHUL HIJJAH

Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “To offer salatul tahajjud [night prayer] during one of its nights is like performing the late-night prayer on the night of power [Lailatul Qadr].” (Tirmidhi)

Tahajjud, the voluntary night prayer, is usually offered in the last third of the night. It brings many blessings, and you can multiply your reward by performing it on one of the first ten nights of Dhul Hijjah.

RECITING SALAWAT DURING DHUL HIJJAH

Verily, God and His angels bless the Prophet (ﷺ): “[hence,] O you who have attained to faith, bless him and give yourselves up [to his guidance] in utter self-surrender!” (The Holy Qur’an 33:56)

Reciting Salawat is a beautiful way to strengthen our connection with the Prophet (ﷺ) in Dhul Hijjah. Many hadiths speak about its virtues, and the Qur’an also mentions it. Allah (SWT) and His angels send blessings, and we are told to do the same.

TAKBEER TASHREEQ: REMEMBERING ALLAH (SWT)

Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, laa ilaha ill-Allah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillahi’l hamd.

Translation: Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest, there is no God but Allah; Allah is the greatest, Allah is the greatest, and to Allah belongs all praise.

We remember Allah (SWT) every day, but the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are especially important. It was during this time that Allah (SWT) perfected the religion of Islam. One meaningful way to express our gratitude is by reciting the Takbeer Tashreeq. Start after Fajr on the 9th and continue until Asr on the 13th—the final day of Eid al-Adha.

GIVE SADAQAH – MULTIPLY YOUR REWARDS IN DHUL HIJJAH

For those who give in Charity, men and women, and loan to Allah a Beautiful Loan, it shall be increased manifold (to their credit), and they shall have [besides] a liberal reward. (Holy Qur’an 57:18)

Sadaqah, from the Arabic word ‘sidq’ meaning sincerity, is a sign of genuine faith. Giving it for the sake of Allah (SWT) brings Barakah to our wealth and opens the door to future blessings.

In Pakistan, 75% of those who rely on Shaukat Khanum Hospitals for cancer care face significant economic challenges. By adding a small Sadaqah donation to your Qurbani, you can help us provide essential support to ease their burden throughout the year.

GIVE QURBANI – FROM THE 10 BEST DAYS TO EID AL-ADHA

A believer who performs Qurbani with sincerity will reap a reward for every hair of the animal they sacrifice. (Tirmidhi)

Thanks to your generosity, we delivered 492,000 kg of Qurbani meat to 82,000 families across Pakistan last year. 100% of your donation was spent on performing your sacrifice. We do not take any share from your Qurbani.

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