The word Ramadan possibly originates from 'Irmad,' which means 'to scorch.' This month was named Ramadan because it burns away the sins of fasting Muslims due to the abundance of Allah's mercy and forgiveness throughout the duration of this month. Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: "The five daily prayers, from one Friday prayer to the next, and from one Ramadan to the next Ramadan, are kaffarah (expiation) for whatever sins are committed in between, so long as major sins are avoided." (Sahih Muslim, Hadith Number: 233)
This shows that Allah the Almighty purifies His believing servant from all minor sins during this blessed month so that when their soul departs, it is presented before Allah free from sins and admitted into Jannah to enjoy its blessings. It is now the believer’s duty to honour and uphold the grace and generosity of Allah Almighty by refraining from major sins, as major sins are not forgiven without tauba.

Issued by Darul ifta Al-Ikhlas, Karachi