The importance of Suhoor

A suhoor(pre-dawn meal) is more important than Iftaar (breaking of the fast)because it helps the fasting person persevere through the fast.

Suhoor is so called because it happens at the time of sahr, which is the end of the night.

‘Amr Ibn al-Aas reported that the Messenger of Allah (SAW) said: “The distinguishing feature between our fast and the fast of the People of the Book is in the eating at the time just before dawn.” [Muslim]

‘Abdullah Ibn Haarith said that one of the Sahabah (companion) said: ‘I entered the house of the Messenger (SAW) whilst he was taking the Suhoor (pre-dawn meal), and he (SAW) said: “Indeed it (the Suhoor) is blessing that Allah has given to you so do not leave it out.” [An-Nasaaee and Ahmad]

Abu Sa’eed al-Khudree said that the Messenger (SAW) said: “Eating the Suhoor is blessed. Do not neglect it even if you take a gulp of water, because Allah and His angels invoke blessings upon those who partake in the pre-dawn meal.” [Ahmad].

It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said: The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Eat suhoor, for in suhoor there is blessing.” Narrated by al-Bukhaari, 1923; Muslim, 1095.

It was narrated from Jaabir that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Whoever wants to fast, let him eat something for suhoor.” Narrated by Ahmad, 14533; classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in al-Silsilah al-Saheehah, 2309.

What to eat during suhoor

It was narrated that Abu Hurayrah (may Allaah be pleased with him) said: The Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “The best suhoor for the believer is dates.” Narrated by Abu Dawood, 2345); classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in Saheeh Abi Dawood.

It was narrated that Abu Sa’eed al-Khudri said: The Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Suhoor is a blessed meal, so do not omit it, even if one of you only takes a sip of water, for Allaah and His angels send blessings on those who eat suhoor.” Narrated by Ahmad, 11003; classed as hasan by al-Albaani in Saheeh al-Jaami’, 3683.

The best time for suhoor

It was narrated that Zayd ibn Thaabit (may Allaah be pleased with him) said: “We ate suhoor with the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) then he went to pray.” I [the narrator] asked, “How long was there between the adhaan and suhoor?” He said, “As long as it takes to recite fifty verses.” Narrated by al-Bukhaari, 1921; Muslim, 1097.

Suhoor Hints

Helpful Duas for Ramadan

Haqq Dawah Media Presents Glad Tidings Season 3 Episode 2 Ramadan Helpful Hints

AsSalaam Alkuim,

In the Name of Allah The Most Beneficent Most Merciful

This is your Brother Kareem from The Haqq Dawah Group, this is Haqq Dawah Media Presents Glad Tidings Season 3 Episode 2 Ramadan Helpful Hints.

Ramadan is right around the corner, either Sunday the 5th or Monday the 6th. Either way it’s not too late to prepare and get the most out of this blessed month.

Tip 1:

Ask for much forgiveness during this month. Matter of fact ask all the time, Allah loves when his slaves ask for forgiveness. Take this opportunity to seek forgiveness and ask for forgiveness from Allah.  It’s not only important to ask Allah for forgiveness but, to also ask people you have done wrong to.

It’s very important to clear your past before beginning on this grand journey of our called Ramadan.

Tip 2:

Begin this month (all things embark on) with a sincere intentions. Remember that without intentions you're just starving yourself, and will miss out on this great opportunity to eliminate your sins.

Tip 3:

Before the beginning of this month seek out info about this Ramadan, and how you can get the most out of it.

Tip 4:

Understand the importance of The Quran. Read it, recite it, try your best to finish it during this month. Ramadan was the month The Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad SAW), so what better time to pick up a new habit of reading it everyday.

Tip 5:

Ensure that you pray all your prayers on time and pray them all. If you are praying all five of your obligatory prayers then start praying your sunnah prayer.

Also, this is a great time to try to pray all your prayers in the mosque. Your prayers ar 25 to 27 times more blessed if you pray in the mosque. This is any other time, imagine doing it during this blessed month when everything is amplified The blessing that is.

Tip 6:

Get in the practice of giving charity. It not only makes you feel go, helps purify your wealth, but helps your Brothers and Sisters.

If you are looking for a good organization to give money or time to please inquire at your local mosque, or email ones you find online.

Tip 7:

This is a great time to visit the ill, elderly, and to make sure you keep a strong bound with your family (Muslim or not).

Tip 8:

Make much supplications to Allah. If you are looking for good ones I will post some on our blog, facebook, and tumblr.

Tip 9:

Do not forget to remember Allah, at all times. In times of good, bad, or hunger. What’s the purpose of fasting of you do not remember the who you are fasting for.

Fe aman Allah (I leave you in the care of Allah)

AsSalam Alkuim,

The Haqq Dawah Group