The Month of Ramadan sets the course for us to reach ultimate perfection in our duties, responsibilities and, of course, our character. In this episode, Sheikh Faiyaz reflects on different traditions from the Prophet and his family that speak to the idea of husn al-khuluq, or beautifying our etiquette.

Nightly Ramadan Reflections 4: Knowing the Self (IV)

Welcoming, once again, the holy month of Ramadan, is not only a ritual, but the start of real reformation.

Nightly Ramadan Reflections 3: Knowing the Self (III)

Welcoming, once again, the holy month of Ramadan, is not only a ritual, but the start of real reformation.

Nightly Ramadan Reflections 2: Knowing the Self (II)

Welcoming, once again, the holy month of Ramadan, is not only a ritual, but the start of real reformation.

Nightly Ramadan Reflections 1: Knowing the Self (I)

Welcoming, once again, the holy month of Ramadan, is not only a ritual, but the start of real reformation.

The last verse of Sura al-Duha speaks to the importance of gratitude and thankfulness. But what exactly should we be thankful for? And how can I express it?

Islamic tradition emphasizes cultivating ones' own spirituality, but not at the expense of others. Rather, it is a tradition that exudes care and compassion for our communities. Sura al-Duha outlines some of our responsibilities in being agents for change.

In Islamic tradition, the Prophet plays a central role as someone that we seek to emulate. In this episode, we reflect on some of the obstacles and hurdles he endured, and how we seek to walk in his sacred footsteps.

Going through hardship, trials and tribulations is part of what it means to be a human being. But learning and growing from them is the most important lesson we can learn.

Sura al-Duha provides us with a host of inspiration--amongst them, it gives us divine instruction on how to have some hope in our lives.