Ramadan multiplies the reward for good deeds, but with so many big targets it can be hard to keep up. Here are four simple things you can do consistently to maximise your reward, whatever else you have going on.
What dhikr is light on the tongue but heavy on the scale?
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said there are two phrases that are easy to say, weigh heavily on the scales, and are beloved to the Most Merciful:
“Subhaan-Allaahi wa bihamdihi, Subhan-Allaahil-Azhim: Glory be to Allah and all praise is due to Him, glory be to Allah The Greatest.”
It's only a few words, so it's easy to repeat throughout the day, whether during a few free minutes, or even while working or doing household chores.
Why make dua for others?
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said that when a Muslim makes dua for another person behind their back, an angel responds, "And for you the same" (Muslim). This Ramadan, setting aside time to make dua for others means being generous and selfless, while also gaining the same dua made for you by the angels.
How does helping others bring you Allah's help?
With many people spending Ramadan at home, the days can get intense for whoever is cooking, cleaning, and caring for the household. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said, "Whoever relieves the hardship of a believer in this world, Allah will relieve his hardship on the Day of Resurrection. Whoever helps ease one in difficulty, Allah will make it easy for him in this world and in the Hereafter" (Muslim). Lending a hand or easing someone else's workload this Ramadan means attaining Allah's help in return.
Why shouldn't you miss Laylatul Qadr?
“Laylatul Qadr is better than a thousand months.”
Laylatul Qadr is the most significant night of the year, so the Prophet ﷺ said, "Look for Laylatul Qadr in the last 10 nights of Ramadan" (Bukhari), meaning it's worth exerting extra effort in worship and good deeds across each of those 10 nights. MyTenNights helps by automating your donations across the last 10 nights of Ramadan, with a confirmation email each night once your donation has been processed, so you never miss giving on a potential night of Laylatul Qadr.
We hope these tips are beneficial, and pray we all catch Laylatul Qadr. Ameen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'Subhaan-Allaahi wa bihamdihi, Subhan-Allaahil-Azhim' mean?
It means 'Glory be to Allah and all praise is due to Him, glory be to Allah the Greatest', a phrase the Prophet ﷺ described as light on the tongue and heavy on the scales.
Why is Laylatul Qadr considered better than a thousand months?
The Qur'an (97:3) describes Laylatul Qadr this way, and it's why extra worship and good deeds in the last 10 nights of Ramadan carry such weight.
How does MyTenNights help me catch Laylatul Qadr?
By automating your donations across the last 10 nights of Ramadan, so a donation is made on every potential night, with a confirmation email each time.
