The Minister of Awqaf and Guidance emphasizes the vital role of mosques in promoting Islamic values during Ramadan.
Minister Emphasizes the Importance of Ramadan for Islamic Values
Promoting Love and Compassion Among Muslims
Sheikh Turki Al-Wad’i, Yemen’s Minister of Awqaf and Guidance, highlighted the significance of utilizing the holy month of Ramadan to strengthen Islamic values. He stressed the need for fostering love, compassion, and mercy among Muslims during this sacred time.
Ramadan: A Time for Reflection and Growth
In a statement to the Yemeni News Agency (Saba), Minister Al-Wad’i remarked, “The blessings of this month, filled with goodness, worship, and spiritual purification, provide an opportunity to showcase the morals of a Muslim. It is essential to enhance values such as honesty, trustworthiness, good character, self-control, and to instill the principles of forgiveness and community reconciliation.”
Encouraging Community Engagement
The minister urged mosque preachers, scholars, and guides to emphasize the impact of these virtues on daily interactions. He encouraged them to guide the community in maximizing the benefits of this blessed month through increased acts of worship, Quran recitation, remembrance, and prayer. He also advised against activities that waste time and distract from the spiritual objectives of Ramadan.
Supporting the Needy and Vulnerable
Al-Wad’i underscored the importance of checking on the welfare of the poor and needy. He called for acts of kindness, charity, and the relief of those in distress. He emphasized the community’s responsibility to support the most vulnerable, especially during this month when rewards multiply. He prayed for the acceptance of everyone’s good deeds and hoped that this month would bring blessings and prosperity to Yemen and the entire Muslim community.
Conclusion
As Ramadan approaches, the call to action from Minister Al-Wad’i serves as a reminder for Muslims to embrace the values of compassion, charity, and community support. This holy month offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth and societal harmony.
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