The month of Dhul-Hijjah has arrived. Let us revive the Sunnah of fasting during the first nine days of this sacred month. These are the most blessed days in the Islamic calendar, and righteous deeds performed during them are especially beloved to Allah.

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “There are no days on which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days” (Bukhari). Fasting is one of the best deeds we can offer during this time, particularly on the Day of ‘Arafah (the 9th), about which the Prophet ﷺ said: “It expiates the sins of the past year and the coming year” (Muslim). “Allah said: ‘Every deed of the son of Adam is for him except fasting; it is for Me, and I will reward it.’” (Bukhari & Muslim)

Take advantage of this precious opportunity for spiritual elevation, forgiveness, and nearness to Allah Most High.