Ramadan: Gift of Fasting, Qur’an and Laylatul Qadr

Description

This inspiring presentation guides young learners to appreciate Ramadan as an exquisite gift from Allah, discovering the profound purpose behind fasting and exploring practical ways to strengthen their bond with the Quran during this blessed month.

Part 1: Gift of Ramadan and Fasting

• Explores why Ramadan is so special, understanding how the doors of Jannah open, the doors of Jahannam close, and the shayatin are chained
• Discovers Ramadan as the month of the Quran, fasting, forgiveness, mercy, duʿa, generosity, good deeds, and freedom from Hell-fire
• Examines the connection between fasting and taqwa through Surah al-Baqarah (2:183), understanding how temporarily making halal things haram trains learners to say no to their nafs
• Unveils eight powerful reasons why we fast, from attaining taqwa and protection from Hell-fire to receiving a surprise reward from Allah
• Explores the three opportunities for complete forgiveness through fasting Ramadan, performing qiyam, and standing in prayer on Laylat al-Qadr, all with iman and hoping for reward
• Provides practical guidance on protecting your fast, controlling anger and tongue, and responding when provoked
• Identifies optimum times for duʿa in Ramadan and introduces general and specific dhikr practices
• Includes role play activities and good deed calendar creation

Part 2: Quran and Laylat al-Qadr

• Explores how to strengthen bonds with the Quran through Surah al-Baqarah (2:185), understanding Ramadan as the month when the Quran was revealed
• Provides practical tips including reciting fixed portions daily, reading or listening to tafsir, asking “what is Allah telling ME?”, and revising memorisation
• Guides learners on how to taste the sweetness of qiyam, addressing common struggles like tiredness during tarawih
• Unveils the magnificence of Laylat al-Qadr, explaining why this night is super special and memorising Surah al-Qadr with translation
• Teaches the special duʿa for Laylat al-Qadr asking Allah by His Name al-Afuww
• Explores how to make duʿa properly with praise, salawat, istighfar, and supplication for oneself and the ummah
• Identifies the three special times for duʿa in Ramadan: during the entire fast, before iftar, and in the last third of night in sujud

Perfect for Level 9 learners (ages 13+) in madrasahs, homeschools, and Islamic study circles, this presentation nurtures hearts through authentic Quranic tarbiyah rooted in the values of servitude, excellence, and beautiful character.