The Holy Quran was revealed in the month of Ramadan

شَهۡرُ رَمَضَانَ ٱلَّذِيٓ أُنزِلَ فِيهِ ٱلۡقُرۡءَانُ هُدٗى لِّلنَّاسِ وَبَيِّنَٰتٖ مِّنَ ٱلۡهُدَىٰ وَٱلۡفُرۡقَانِۚ فَمَن شَهِدَ مِنكُمُ ٱلشَّهۡرَ فَلۡيَصُمۡهُۖ وَمَن كَانَ مَرِيضًا أَوۡ عَلَىٰ سَفَرٖ فَعِدَّةٞ مِّنۡ أَيَّامٍ أُخَرَۗ يُرِيدُ ٱللَّهُ بِكُمُ ٱلۡيُسۡرَ وَلَا يُرِيدُ بِكُمُ ٱلۡعُسۡرَ وَلِتُكۡمِلُواْ ٱلۡعِدَّةَ وَلِتُكَبِّرُواْ ٱللَّهَ عَلَىٰ مَا هَدَىٰكُمۡ وَلَعَلَّكُمۡ تَشۡكُرُونَ

Ramadaan is the month in which was sent the Quran as guidance to mankind, with clear proofs of guidance and criterion, then whoever among you sights the moon let him fast in it. And whoever is ill or on a journey, then an equal number of fasts on the other days. Allah desires for you ease and does not desire hardship for you. And (He wants) for you to complete the period and to glorify Allah as He has guided you and (so that) perhaps you may be grateful.

Now, let’s dive deeper into the explanation of Verse 185 from Surah Al-Baqarah in the Quran. This verse provides guidance regarding fasting during the blessed month of Ramadan.

1. The Significance of Ramadan

   • Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
   • It holds immense spiritual significance for Muslims because it was during this month that the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as guidance for humanity.
   • The Quran contains clear signs (ayat) that serve as guidance and a criterion for distinguishing right from wrong.

2. The Obligation of Fasting:

   • The verse emphasizes that fasting during Ramadan is obligatory for those who are physically able.
   • When the new moon (hilal) of Ramadan is sighted, Muslims commence fasting from dawn (Fajr) until sunset (Maghrib).
   • Fasting involves abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs during daylight hours.

3. Exemptions from Fasting

   • However, there are exceptions:
     • The Ill: If someone is genuinely ill and fasting worsens their condition, they are exempt from fasting.
     • Travelers: Those on a journey can choose to fast or make up for the missed days later.
     • Extreme Difficulty: If fasting poses extreme hardship (such as endangering health), an alternative is provided.

4. Compensation for Missed Fasts

   • For those unable to fast, they can provide compensation by feeding a needy person for each day missed.
   • This compensation is known as fidya and serves as a substitute for fasting.
   • However, if someone voluntarily chooses to give more, it is commendable.

5. Balancing Ease and Devotion

   • Allah desires ease for His servants and does not intend to burden them.
   • Completing the prescribed period of fasting is essential.
   • Glorifying Allah through acts of worship, including fasting, is a way to express gratitude for His guidance.

6. Spiritual Reflection and Gratitude

   • Ramadan is an opportunity for self-reflection, increased devotion, and drawing closer to Allah.
   • By fasting, Muslims learn self-discipline, empathy for the less fortunate, and gratitude for blessings.

In summary, Ramadan is a time of spiritual renewal, self-improvement, and gratitude. It combines devotion, compassion, and obedience to Allah’s commandments.

Read Complete Tafseer  of Surah Name : Al-Baqarah   Surah Number : 2   Ayat Number: 185 here