Yasir Qadhi Blessings of Winter
Dec 30, 2024
Discover the spiritual benefits of winter, with insights on how this season facilitates worship through prayer and fasting. Learn about the importance of safety during winter, drawing on historical traditions and reflecting on contemporary challenges faced by the Muslim community in Bilad al-Sham. Explore the necessity of cultivating a stronger relationship with Allah amidst global struggles, emphasizing gratitude for peace while seeking divine protection and blessings.
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Fasting in Winter
- Fast during winter, as it's considered an easy blessing.
- The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) called it "easy war booty."
Winter: A Believer's Spring
- Winter is a believer's spring, offering longer nights for prayer and shorter days for fasting.
- Abu Sa'id al-Khudri compared it to the rejuvenation of spring.
Wudu in Cold Weather
- Performing wudu during cold weather brings extra rewards, as mentioned by the Prophet Muhammad.
- Embrace the slight difficulty for greater blessings, but don't intentionally make things harder.