"The Inner Dimensions of Fasting"
ENThe Inner Dimensions of Fasting
""The Inner Dimensions of Fasting" is a profound spiritual guide that takes the reader on a journey beyond the outward, physical acts of abstaining from food and drink, focusing instead on the spiritual objectives and heart-centered cultivation of this great act of worship. Across its six chapters, the book explores how fasting serves as a means to attain Taqwa (piety), train the soul in Sabr (patience), cultivate Shukur (gratitude) and achieve Ikhlas (sincerity), ultimately leading to the purification of the soul (Tazkiyah) and deepening one's connection with the Creator through Du’a."
Published by the "Life With Allah" platform, "The Inner Dimensions of Fasting" serves as a spiritual and behavioral guide aimed at reviving hearts and renewing intentions. Rather than restricting its focus to outward jurisprudential rulings, the book dives deep into the "jurisprudence of the hearts" and the inner realities of worship, drawing from the Quran and Sunnah to map out a practical blueprint for personal transformation and spiritual purification. The book begins by establishing the ultimate purpose of fasting, which is attaining Taqwa and cultivating a constant consciousness of Allah in private and public alike. It then presents fasting as an intensive training program for developing Sabr and self-control, helping the believer abandon sins and master their desires. Furthermore, it connects fasting to a deep appreciation of blessings, highlighting the spiritual dimensions of Iftar and Suhur and how to transform them into acts of gratitude. The book also explores the ultimate secret of fasting its status as a hidden act of worship between the servant and their Lord which instills absolute Ikhlas and devotion. It goes on to illustrate how hunger and devotion work together to purify the soul from spiritual ailments like heedlessness and pride. Finally, it concludes by emphasizing the profound correlation between fasting and Du’a, urging the fasting person to seize the blessed times of acceptance. Ultimately, this book is the perfect companion for every Muslim striving to elevate their soul, purify their heart and ensure their fast yields true spiritual fruits rather than merely hunger and thirst.
Ummah Welfare Trust
Publisher
The "Ummah Welfare Trust" is a prominent Islamic charity and humanitarian organization established in the United Kingdom in 2001. Guided by the Islamic values of solidarity and brotherhood, it works to provide humanitarian relief and developmental aid to impoverished and marginalized communities in over 20 countries worldwide. The organization’s mission centers on delivering rapid responses to crises and natural disasters while alleviating suffering through vital projects. These initiatives include emergency relief, orphan and widow care, water well construction to provide clean drinking water, and the building of schools and educational centers, as well as funding micro-income-generation projects to empower families financially and transform them into productive households. Alongside its field-based relief efforts, the trust actively contributes to supporting, printing, and distributing Islamic and educational awareness booklets free of charge worldwide to foster religious and cultural awareness. It is most notably distinguished by its strict adherence to a "100% Donations Policy," ensuring that all donated funds go directly to projects and beneficiaries without any deductions for administrative costs or salaries, which are fully covered by completely separate funding sources. To view its projects or to offer support and contributions, you can visit its official website: https://uwt.org
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