Bidding Farewell to Ramadan: Preparing for Jumma-tul-Widah
- Fahad Bin Khalid
- March 26, 2025
- 3:20 pm
- 35
- Food & Lifestyle
Jumma-tul-Widah Preparation: Make the Most of the Last Friday
Jumma-tul-Widah preparation holds great importance for every Muslim. It marks the last Friday of Ramadan. This special day allows us to reflect and seek blessings. Every believer should prepare both physically and spiritually.
What Is Jumma-tul-Widah?
Jumma-tul-Widah means farewell Friday. It is the final Friday of Ramadan. The day carries deep spiritual value. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) called Friday the best day. This Friday becomes more special in Ramadan’s final days.
Start Jumma-tul-Widah Preparation Early
Good Jumma-tul-Widah preparation brings peace and blessings. Begin by cleaning your home and wearing clean clothes. Apply pleasant fragrance before prayer. This shows respect for the day. It also sets a pure atmosphere for prayer and reflection.
Focus on Spiritual Preparation
Spiritual preparation matters most. Think about your actions during Ramadan. Seek forgiveness for mistakes. Make sincere repentance. Promise yourself to do better in the coming days. Self-reflection strengthens faith.
Perform Special Jumma Prayer
Attend the special Jumma prayer at the mosque. The prayer comes with a sermon, called khutbah. Listen to the message about gratitude and patience. Pray with sincerity. Feel the blessings of this holy day.
Increase Dhikr and Dua
Jumma-tul-Widah preparation includes constant dhikr. Keep remembering Allah throughout the day. Recite duas for forgiveness and mercy. Repeat simple duas:
Astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness from Allah).
Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul-‘afwa fa’fu ‘anni (O Allah, You love forgiveness, forgive me).
Complete Quran Recitation
Jumma-tul-Widah is the perfect time to finish the Quran. Try to complete the remaining parts. Reflect on the verses. Understand their meanings. Carry the teachings beyond Ramadan.
Give Charity to the Needy
Charity adds great value to Jumma-tul-Widah preparation. Give Sadaqah to those in need. Complete Zakat-ul-Fitr before Eid. Help the poor share Ramadan’s blessings. Your kindness can bring smiles to others.
Repent and Seek Forgiveness
Use this day to repent with a sincere heart. Ask Allah to forgive past sins. Promise to walk a righteous path. Pray for strength and guidance.
Carry the Spirit Beyond Ramadan
Jumma-tul-Widah preparation does not end on this day. It teaches us to stay humble and kind. Keep offering prayers regularly. Continue giving charity. Practice patience and gratitude throughout the year.
Conclusion
Jumma-tul-Widah preparation helps us end Ramadan with hope. Perform prayers with sincerity. Recite the Quran with focus. Give charity and help others. Repent and make fresh commitments. Let us pray for acceptance of our fasts and good deeds. May Allah give us the chance to see another Ramadan with good health and strong faith.
