True meaning?

Ramadan Kareem

Probably the most unoriginal decoration on khat calligraphy ever. It's one of the first images that would come out on google results if you type "ramadan kareem greetings". but give me a clap for succeeding copying it? lol. I really have had no idea to do the decoration for it. It was quite a busy day for me (and week... month.. actually!) The calligraphy was done with only a pencil that I carved because I don't have a calligraphy pen. And for the record, it's my first time writing arabic/jawi calligraphy in years, maybe 3 years so I'd consider my skill hasn't completely vanished lol.

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Alhamdulillah, Ramadan has finally come again! The most awaiting month for me, personally. I just love the environment of fasting in Ramadan. Most of the days, I wouldn't even feel hungry, if I do that day, I must have loads of work. My non-Muslim friends respect me and they try to avoid eating in front of me, and some of them even try fasting which I think is absolutely amazing! They do not know the meaning of Ramadan and why we Muslims have to fast for the whole month. Of course, this scene only can be seen in Malaysia or other majority-Muslim countries. If you're a Muslim (a new or from born) in 4-season countries, I hope you're strong enough to cope fasting for more than 20 hours because it's summer now. Allah surely will help you, dear brothers and sisters! My prayers will always be with you! *hugs*

A thing I just came across on tumblr;

It makes me sad when I read this... :(

There's indeed a community of Muslims who only practices Islam whenever/wherever they want, but again, who are we to judge them?  It's their personal choice, we can't force them to practice, or can we? They still count themselves as Muslims, that's good enough. Who knows, along the way while trying to practicing Islam, they'll like the way of life in Islam?

Does it make us more Muslims than them by labeling them as "Ramadan Muslims"?
No.

Does that help them from staying to practice Islam?
If they're positive yes, if they're negative, no.

Does that make us pray to God more?
Personally, my answer would be no. But if yours is yes, well, I need to learn from you. *smirks*

Remember, Ramadan's is all about gratitude, humbleness and patience. It's a month where you can eliminate your bad habit (like smoking). And avoid vain talks and of course, always be patient. After all, it's how you see your relationship with God, that matters the most. It's a month of change! It's a month of starting good habits and breaking bad habits! inshaAllah, you can do it! we can do it!

Happy fasting and keep strong! :)

xoxo