self-reflection 🕊

Becoming more religious during Ramadan isn’t hypocrisy — it’s part of the purpose of the month. Instead of looking down on anyone, remember that Ramadan might be their turning point, and they could end up closer to Allah than you.

The odd nights in the last 10 nights of Ramadan 2025 are: • March 21, 2025 (21st Night) • March 23, 2025 (23rd Night) • March 25, 2025 (25th Night) • March 27, 2025 (27th Night) • March 29, 2025 (29th Night)

6 signs of Laylatul Qadr

du’a when raining: اللّهُمَّ صَيِّـباً نافِـعاً Allahumma shoyibban nafi’a O Allah, make it a beneficial rain! Sahih Bukhari 1032.

The most beautiful feeling is when you cry your heart out, yet you know you don’t have to explain why because Allah already knows exactly what’s wrong. No human being will ever understand or care as much as Allah does. Alhamdulillah 💚 الحمد لله

A reminder 🎀

Tonight marks Nuzul Al-Quran. 🤍 The first revelation to descend upon the Prophet s.a.w. is known as the night of Nuzul Al-Quran (The Descent of the Quran). This happened when the Prophet s.a.w. first met Jibril a.s. on Jabal Nur (Mount Light) in the cave of Hira where the angel asked him to read thus revealing the first five verses of Surah Al-’Alaq:  ٱقْرَأْ بِٱسْمِ رَبِّكَ ٱلَّذِى خَلَقَ. خَلَقَ ٱلْإِنسَـٰنَ مِنْ عَلَقٍ. ٱقْرَأْ وَرَبُّكَ ٱلْأَكْرَمُ. ٱلَّذِى عَلَّمَ بِٱلْقَلَمِ. عَلَّمَ ٱلْإِنسَـٰنَ مَا لَمْ يَعْلَمْ "Read, (O Prophet,) in the Name of your Lord Who created, He created humans a clinging clot. Read! And your Lord is the Most Generous, Who taught by the pen taught humanity what they knew not." (Surah Al-’Alaq, 96:1-5)

القلب الطاهر يرى الخير في كل شيء، أما القلب الملوث فلا يرى إلا العيوب. فالدنيا انعكاس لما يكمن في الداخل

The pure heart sees goodness in everything, while the corrupted heart only sees flaws. The world is a reflection of what lies within.

For my fellow akhwats that may not be able to fast due to haid, this is for you 🌸 If you are in haid and feeling sad because you can’t fast or pray during Ramadhan, remember this: Allah has given you this break out of His mercy, not as a punishment. Your worship is not less valuable just because you are not fasting. Islam is a religion of balance and wisdom, and Allah knows your situation better than anyone else. He is the One who commanded you to pause fasting and sholat during this time, so obeying Him by not fasting is, in itself, an act of worship. Your connection with Allah is not limited to fasting and sholat. You can still earn immense rewards through du‘a, dhikr, listening to Qur’an, seeking knowledge, giving charity, and serving others. Your sincerity and love for Allah matter more than any single act of worship. Also, think of this time as a reminder that Allah doesn’t need our worship —He is already Al-Majeed, The Most Glorious. Rather, it is we who need Him. This is an opportunity to reflect, reset, and build a deeper relationship with Allah beyond just rituals. And remember, Allah rewards based on intentions. If you long to fast and pray but cannot due to something beyond your control, Allah will still write the reward for you as if you had done it. So, don’t let sadness take over. Keep your heart close to Allah, and know that He is still blessing you in ways you may not even realise.

Tanpa kita sedari, akan pergi juga bulan Ramadan tahun ini~ Renungkanlah apa yang kita sudah lakukan selama waktu yang sudah diberikan. Bagaimana hubungan kita dengan sholat kita? Bagaimana hubungan kita dengan Al-Quraan? Bagaimana hubungan kita dengan Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala? Bagaimana kondisi diri kita ini? Bagi yang sudah menulis niat niat kalian di kertas, bacalah semula dan renungkan. Tetapi, tak usah sedih. Jangan putus asa. Dengan beberapa hari yang dengan izin Allah kita akan bertemu, gunakan masa itu dengan baik. Kita berdo’a agar apa apa amalan kita dapat lakukan semoga ia berlanjutan di luar bulan Ramadan. Semoga juga bulan Ramadan bukan menjadi asbab kita berhenti sebentar melakukan perkara-perkara yang tidak diredhoi Allah, tapi menjadi permulaan kita berhenti selama-lamanya~ Sepertimana Habib Umar (hafidzullah) mendo’akan; "Semoga Allah menjadikan kita termasuk daripada orang yang diterima puasanya, sholatnya, tilawahnya, sesuai dengan cara yang diridhoi-Nya. Dan juga semoga kita termasuk orang yang diselamatkan dari api neraka, mendapatkan Rahmat dan ampunan جر حلا Allah yang luas."

As we approach Nuzl Al-Qur’an (17th of Ramadhan), let us take a moment to reflect on the immense blessing that Allah has given us — the Qur’an, a guide that lights our path in this world and leads us to eternal success. The Qur’an is not just a book to be recited, but it is a message from our Creator, filled with wisdom, mercy, and answers to life’s challenges. It is the key to tranquillity, the healer of hearts, and the source of strength for every believer. Allah sent it down as a guidance for all of humanity, showing us the way to righteousness, justice, and peace. On this blessed occasion, let us renew our relationship with the Qur’an. Strive to recite it, understand it, and live by its teachings. Even if we feel distant, it is never too late to return. Take small steps — read a verse, ponder over its meaning, and implement it in daily life. The Qur’an was revealed gradually, and our journey with it can be gradual too, as long as we remain sincere. May we be among those who honour the Qur’an, not just on this special day but every day of our lives. May it be our companion in this world, our intercessor in the grave, and our light on the Day of Judgement.

Hold on to it, and you will never be lost.

Assalamu'alaykum!🌸 This year BTU SG aim to raise $5,000 so that we could distribute Eid hampers to about 100 needing families around Singapore! In shaa Allah Share the joy of Eid by helping a needy family, your donation can bring them hope, happiness & a warm meal this Eid!

Never forget how far you have come everything you have overcome. All the times you pushed forward, even when you felt like you couldn’t. All the mornings you got out of bed, no matter how hard it was. All the times you wanted to give up, but you made it through another day. Never forget how much strength you have gained and developed along the way.💪🏻

🌙 today marks the 14th day of us fasting, a test of hunger & thirst. for some of us, it might be easy, but for some of us, it might be challenging. different people has their different way of tackling the battle. but however it is, we are all still doing it for the sake of Allah s.w.t. to get His blessings & mercy upon us. 1.9 billion Muslims in the world, practicing the same faith and tradition every year, just shows how unity we are as a whole, despite the race, language or colour. we are all one ummah. together doing the same practice. hence, let’s savour these last few weeks of Ramadhan and enjoy the sweetness in it. allahumma baarik.

Orang yang sedang membetulkan solatnya sebenarnya dia sedang membetulkan seluruh hidupnya. Jika ingin memperbaiki hidupmu, maka mulailah daripada memperbaiki solatmu.❤️‍🩹

• Allah says: "And not equal are the good deed and the bad. Repel [evill by that which is better; and thereupon the one whom between you and him is enmity will become as though he was a devoted friend." (Qur'an 41:34) • The Prophet aa said: "The believer who mixes with people and is patient with their harm is better than the one who does not mix with people and is not patient with their harm." (Ibn Majah)