Ramadan is upon us again. It either silently snuck upon us or the last year just sped by us. Either way, it gives a welcome breather from the inanities of life that mask themselves as important. The challenge is to sustain the momentum that crests in the beginning and end of the month but becomes a trough towards the middle of the month (much like the congregational attendance at the masjid). It is something I typically struggle with, remembering the sacred promise of the special period of the year.
I like to consider Ramadan a time to press the personal reset button. I need this month. Like an old carpet, I need to be dusted out. Bad traits that have found a comfy residence in my character need to be expunged. A diet softened on the sugars and fats of this world needs to be reigned in once again. A gaze that has too often been set left or right needs to now look inward and upward.
It seems to difficult to break set patterns, like trying to derail a locomotive set in motion. The enormity of sins and general lethargy of daily life is hard to overcome. Personal resolutions to spiritual growth are usually drowned out in the drudgery of work and lesser responsibilities.
But this month gives me hope. It does every year. Allah (sbt) created this month for a reason, to cleanse us mind, body and soul. My hope is that, by the end of this month, I can claim some personal advancement that wasn't there before. A spiritual souvenir if you will.
My sincere dua that all of you find your spiritual souvenir this month, and plenty of blessings insha Allah along the way. Ramadan Kareem!
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