I'tikaf
I'tikaf, spending the last ten days of Ramadan or some days in Rajab and Sha'ban in the Mosque, is a beautiful tradition of the holy Prophet (pbuh). After him his followers continued this practice of observing I'tikaf regularly. It is recommended that every Muslim makes at least one I'tikaf in his/her life. There must be at least few people in every community who should do it in every mosque, every year, to keep this tradition alive. People should do I'tikaf in the mosque so that they can pray in public and also offer the Friday prayers. There is a great blessing in I'tikaf and people who do it bring blessings upon themselves, upon their families, and upon the Muslim society at large.
During I'tikaf people should stay in the mosque day and night. They are allowed to eat inside the mosque, but if it is not convenient, they may go outside and come back as soon as they finish. During I'tikaf, one should spend most of his/her time in prayer, reading of the Koran and reflection. Engaging in business and other worldly conversations and activities is not allowed during I'tikaf. However, attending a funeral or visiting a sick person or leaving for any emergency is permissible.
posted by Mohsen Feizian @ 12:45 PM
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