In addition to our recent post about Ramadhan we are releasing posts to recognise the three categories of blessing over the 30 days of Ramadhan. Post contributed by Hasan Gilani.

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The first ten days of Ramadhan are also known as the Days of Mercy. This is called Rehmat, meaning ‘mercy of Allah.’

This is the time when Muslims seek mercy and blessings from Allah.

The dua for this part of the month is:

‘O My Lord forgive and have Mercy and you are the best of Merciful.’

In line with these prayers and the meaning of this Ashra (10 days), Muslims display mercy through acts of charity, by treating others well and helping people whenever they can.