5 Islamic Books to Read During Ramadan

By Saniya Baxi | 21, Apr, 2022
5 Islamic Books to Read During Ramadan

In the Holy Quran, Allah guides all Muslims to “read.” Reading can help you widen your scope of knowledge, stimulate your brain, reduce stress, and other countless benefits. During the long hours of fasting in Ramadan, you can kill some time by reading spiritual or educational books that can make you become a better version of yourself. 

In this article, we will share some must-reads that can bring you closer to Allah and put you on the right path.

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Books to Read During Ramadan

Reading good books in the month of Ramadan will help you to maintain a good atmosphere around yourself. It will undoubtedly teach you a lot about spirituality, and it is also the right thing to do in this holy month. 

 

1. Quran 

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This book shouldn't be said separately, as this is undoubtedly a must-read. The Holy book of Muslims- is the Quran. This book will help you solve all the problems you face in your life. Also, it is a book that shouldn't only be read during Ramadan but in general too. 

The Quran is like a daily guide that tells you what is right and wrong. It has been a life-changing book for many. It brings about peace in times of strife and guides you towards the path of enlightenment and Jannah. 

You can consider reading four pages of the Quran after every Salaat to stay regular during this Holy month of Ramadan. 

 

2. The Productive Muslim: Where Faith Meets Productivity 

This book was written by Mohammed Faris. In the Quran, it is mentioned that Muslims should offer their prayers five times a day to become successful in life.

One of the keys to attaining success in our life is to be productive. This book teaches us the art of productivity. There are many lines in this book that are based on the Quran. 

This book will propel you to stay on the right path and will provide you with the best tips to become productive and get closer to Allah. 

 

3. Purification of the Heart 

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Purification of the Heart book was written by Hamza Yusuf. This book helps an individual purify their heart from many heart ailments, including envy, arrogance, misery, etc. All the tips in this book are based on the Holy Quran and Hadith. 

This book is a must-read, and this is one of those books wherein you will be compelled to think about life differently. It will help you reflect on yourself and indulge in a deep thought process. With the help of this book, you'll be able to change yourself in this Holy month.

 

4. In The Early Hours 

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Fajr is the time when most of us lack the dedication to get up and offer our Salah. However, it is also a time when Allah’s mercy is at its fullest as he offers protection from evil, inculcates positive thoughts and mindset, and protects us from the dangers of hell.

The book ‘In the Early Hours’ by Khurram Murad will help you wake up before Fajr, and also help you understand the benefits of doing so. Therefore, if you’re willing to seek some precious time with the Almighty before Fajr, this book is a must-read. 

 

5. Man's Search for Meaning

Man's search for meaning is a book by the very famous author Viktor Frankl. The purpose of life and what is life persists to be a highly curious topic even today. 

This book aims to answer these questions with the help of the author's experience. Viktor Frankl was held as a prisoner in the concentration camp by the Nazis. Viktor Frankl wrote the book during the period he was in the concentration camp, wherein he discovered the purpose of life. 

Viktor stated that life is a way where we learn to cope with our sufferings and move forward towards a better future. 

This motivational book will take you on a life-changing journey wherein you will be inspired to find importance and fulfillment in the act of living.

 

Final Thoughts

These were some of the books that are most likely to bring you closer to Allah and yourself. Once you are self-aware and you understand the purpose of life, only then will you be able to understand the Almighty. 

These books include verses taken from holy texts like the Quran and the Hadith, which act as life guides for many Muslims all around the world.

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