‘Īd is a time to mend ties, for Allāh ﷻ commands us to uphold kinship – neglecting it is a sin that withholds rizq. Even if reconciliation feels difficult, give salām to restore bonds. Returning salām is a duty we must fulfill. This ‘Īd, let go of resentment and welcome goodness for Allāh’s ﷻ pleasure.

Allāh ﷻ has given us ‘Īd as a gift, a time of joy and blessings for all believers. He ﷻ is pleased with those who rejoice in it. Even in hardship, Muslims are happy and thankful for this divine favour. The greatest treasure is strong īmān, which brings true joy when the world offers nothing. May Allāh ﷻ bless this ‘Īd, increasing our faith and mercy, in shā’a Llāh.

Allāh ﷻ teaches that each person is responsible for their own deeds. Do not force others –advise with kindness, then leave them be. True believers show forbearance, responding to ignorance with peace and faults with patience. This draws you closer to Allāh’s ﷻ way, in shā’a Llāh.

‘Īd is a gift from Allāh ﷻ for those who complete Ramaḍān. He ﷻ commands us to celebrate with takbīr and tahlīl, for these are His ﷻ chosen days – not the fabricated customs of this world. The believer’s heart is filled with joy, while those who neglect fasting are deprived of it. Honour this gift, for in it lies Allāh’s ﷻ pleasure and blessing, in shā’a Llāh.

Allāh ﷻ says in the Holy Qur’ān, “If you love Allāh ﷻ, follow me ﷺ, and Allāh ﷻ will love you.” The Prophet ﷺ is the most beloved to Allāh ﷻ, and true love for him ﷺ means following his ﷺ path and overcoming the ego. This brings Allāh’s ﷻ love and forgiveness. May Allāh ﷻ increase our love for him ﷺ, in shā’a Llāh.

Laylatu l-Qadr is a night worth more than a thousand months, a gift from Allāh ﷻ to this ummah. Pray two raka‘āt before sleeping and wake for tahajjud every night to reach its blessings. This is the way the Prophet ﷺ taught – simple and full of mercy. Islām is not difficult; neglecting it leads to the loss of Allāh’s ﷻ favour. May we be among those granted its blessings.

A Muslim’s love and hate must be for the sake of Allāh ﷻ. Loving what He ﷻ loves and hating what He ﷻ hates is the scale for our religious life. Loving what Allāh ﷻ dislikes destroys you. True love is only for His ﷻ sake, and anything else brings harm.

The Prophet ﷺ said, “A Mu’min is the mirror of a Mu’min.” A true believer sees their brother as they see themselves, wishing for them the same good. Without envy or deceit, they reflect sincerity and love for Allāh ﷻ and His Messenger ﷺ. Just as Shams-i Tabrīzī was a mirror for Mawlānā Jalālu d-Dīn Rūmī, Mu’mins should guide each other to truth.

Allāh ﷻ decrees all things, and what He ﷻ wills comes to pass. Don’t burden your mind with worry or sorrow over this world, for only Allāh ﷻ controls it. Look at the Prophet’s ﷺ time of hardship – through surrender to Him ﷻ, the greatest happiness was found. Be happy, submit to Allāh ﷻ, and find peace, for what is destined will happen by His ﷻ command alone.

In the Holy Qur’ān, Allāh ‘Azza wa-Jalla says that believers do not fear the blame of those who attack them for following His ﷻ way. The ignorant may shout, swear, or fight, but their words have no value – harm returns to them alone. Stay firm on the true path, thank Allāh ﷻ for your faith, and pray for their guidance, in shā’a Llāh.

Laylatu l-Qadr is better than a thousand months. Whoever receives its blessings attains all kinds of goodness. Allāh ﷻ has hidden its exact time so that people remain in worship, and they will surely reach it even if they do not realise it. Its great beauty will be revealed in the Ākhirah, free from foolish desires. The best du‘ā’ is to ask for forgiveness and well-being.

The Prophet ﷺ warned that in the end times, people would admire their own opinions and refuse to accept others’. This leads to division, harm, and a rejection of Allāh’s ﷻ will. True benefit comes from accepting reality and following divine guidance. Let go of arrogance, embrace the truth, and submit to Allāh’s ﷻ decree.

I‘tikāf is a Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ, observed in the last ten days of Ramaḍān. It means staying in the mosque, dedicating yourself to worship, and leaving worldly distractions behind. Anyone can perform it, even for a short time, and gain the reward of i‘tikāf. The Prophet ﷺ showed us these beautiful acts as a lesson for people. Following his ﷺ example is a great virtue and beauty.

Allāh ﷻ says in the Qur’ān, “Believers are brothers, so make peace.” Be good to each other so that there is no enmity or fitnah. This brings unity and Allāh’s ﷻ mercy, which gives beauty and saves lives. Allāh ﷻ loves those who follow this path. It brings blessings and happiness.

Allāh ‘Azza wa-Jalla orders believers to perform jihād in His ﷻ path. The Prophet ṣallá Llāhu ‘alayhi wa-sallam fought at Badr to end oppression, showing the true way of jihād. It is not only war but also the greater battle against our ego. May Allāh ﷻ help us follow this command, in shā’a Llāh.

The Battle of Badr was a test for the believers. Though few in number, Allāh ﷻ granted them victory. A believer should not lose hope. Whether he wins or loses, as long as he is with Allāh ﷻ, he is always in profit. The blessed ṣaḥābah of Badr are among the greatest in Islām.