Life After Ramadan (3 of 5): A Call for Peace
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Life After Ramadan (3 of 5): A Call for Peace

Ramadan taught us strength and peace — now we must carry that calm into daily life by controlling anger, practicing forgiveness, and protecting our families with patience. May Allah accept our deeds.

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Life After Ramadan (2 of 5)
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Life After Ramadan (2 of 5)

Ramadan taught us how to give, but life after Ramadan is where our sincerity is tested. Supporting your masjid regularly and adopting a cause you truly care about keeps your ḥasanāt alive throughout the year. Allah loves consistent deeds, even if they are small, and these steady acts of charity strengthen both our hearts and our communities.

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Life After Ramadan (1 of 5)
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Life After Ramadan (1 of 5)

Ramadan taught us discipline, devotion, and presence.
Now is the time to carry that training into daily life—through prayer, fasting, and community.

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Celebrating Ramadan (5 of 5): Eid Mubarak
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Celebrating Ramadan (5 of 5): Eid Mubarak

Eid Mubarak. Ramadan filled our lives with worship, community, and mercy. May Allah accept our efforts, uplift the Ummah, and bless us with many more Ramadans.

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Celebrating Ramadan (2 of 5) Yes, We Are Ready
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Celebrating Ramadan (2 of 5) Yes, We Are Ready

By the second week of Ramadan, the Qur’an’s blessings settle into the heart and gently reshape our habits and conduct. May Allah accept our fasting and guide our growth.

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Celebrating Ramadan (1 of 5)
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Celebrating Ramadan (1 of 5)

Ramadan is a blessing we are fortunate to witness again. Each ifṭār brings the joy the Prophet ﷺ described, and every day of fasting reminds us of Allah’s mercy. As we move through this month, let us remember those who are no longer with us and those facing hardship around the world. May Allah grant us many more Ramadans in health and strong īmān.

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Getting Ready for Ramadan (5 of 5)
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Getting Ready for Ramadan (5 of 5)

Ramadan is approaching quickly—a blessed month of Qur’an, mercy, and renewal. May Allah help us welcome it with faith, gratitude, and readiness.

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Two Virtues for Ramadan (4 of 5)
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Two Virtues for Ramadan (4 of 5)

As Ramadan nears, we enter the month with gratitude for Allah’s blessings and patience for the discipline of fasting, while remembering those—near and far—who struggle with life’s basic needs. Ramadan Kareem.

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Purifying the Senses for Ramadan (2 of 5)
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Purifying the Senses for Ramadan (2 of 5)

Ramadan preparation begins with purifying the heart and senses—avoiding gossip, guarding the gaze, and softening the soul. As Allah reminds us, the hearing, sight, and heart will all testify. Let us train ourselves now, so we enter Ramadan with clarity and peace.

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The Time to Purify Our Hearts Is Now
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

The Time to Purify Our Hearts Is Now

A reminder as Ramadan approaches: now is the time to purify our hearts. Surat al‑Hujurāt warns against mocking others, suspicion, and backbiting, and the Prophet ﷺ taught us not to envy or hate one another. Healing these habits takes time, and beginning today prepares us to enter Ramadan with sincerity and a cleaner heart.

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Two Reflections for the New Year
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Two Reflections for the New Year

As Muslims and citizens, we must stay informed and principled — rejecting power without justice and embracing resolutions that nourish both our souls and our lives. May this new year bring clarity, balance, and divine guidance.

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The New Year Is a New Beginning
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

The New Year Is a New Beginning

A New Beginning
As 2026 begins, we renew our hope and resolve: to draw closer to Allah, to seek peace and justice, and to uplift those in hardship. “These are the days We alternate among the people.” (Qur’an 3:140) Let this year be one of action, healing, and guidance.

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Rajab: The Doorway to Ramadan
Imam Mahmoud Harmoush Imam Mahmoud Harmoush

Rajab: The Doorway to Ramadan

Rajab: The Doorway to Ramadan
As one of the sacred months, Rajab invites us to renew intention, seek forgiveness, and prepare the heart for the blessings of Ramadan. It is a time to reflect, reconnect, and realign with Allah’s mercy.

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