The Month of Spiritual Renewal Approaches

As the month of Ramadan draws near, a unique feeling fills my heart. It is a month of goodness, love, and generosity—a time for change, spiritual renewal, and realigning priorities.

Ramadan is not just about abstaining from food and drink; it is an opportunity to reconnect with oneself, purify the heart, and embrace days filled with mercy and giving.

I remember how Ramadan was always a month of both work and joy for me. Since the beginning of my journalistic career, I learned from my mentor, the great Mustafa Amin, that Ramadan is a time for hard work, travel, and charity.

I used to travel across Egypt’s provinces with my colleagues, often still on the road at sunset, sometimes searching for those in need to surprise them with charitable gifts—whether financial aid or household appliances like televisions, washing machines, and refrigerators.

The sheer happiness on their faces and their heartfelt prayers were the greatest rewards. We would sit with them, share their meal, and experience a moment of genuine human connection.

Ramadan has always been a time of positive transformation in my life, strengthening my relationship with God and with those around me.

The recitation of the Quran in mosques, family gatherings at Iftar, Taraweeh prayers, and the shared experience of watching Ramadan dramas all bring a sense of peace and contentment.

Even amid life's challenges—rising prices and increasing pressures—Ramadan reminds us that life is not measured by material wealth but by spirituality and generosity.

Fasting instills in us a sense of solidarity, making us more aware of God’s countless blessings.

I eagerly await this year’s Ramadan, praying that it marks a new beginning for my spiritual and social goals. I hope to achieve balance between worship, work, and giving, making the most of this sacred month.

O Allah, let us witness Ramadan. Make us among the pious and the forgiven. Grant us peace and tranquility, inspire us to give and be merciful, and guide us to follow the best of what we hear. Ameen.