It’s time to prepare your home for the holy month of Ramadan!
Ramadan is the month of fasting and a time of spiritual reflection and charitable deeds. Sprucing up your home interior will create a warmer environment to welcome friends and family, both for iftar and eventually for the Eid celebration. With those happy times in mind, we’ve compiled a list of things you can do to prepare your home for Ramadan. We hope it helps you to have a happy and healthy Holy Month.
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR RAMADAN
CLEAN AND ORGANISE THE ENTIRE HOUSE
Take a pledge to declutter your house this Holy Month.
A clean and tidy home will make you feel good at any time of year, especially during Ramadan. A positive environment at home can help you concentrate on your prayers or any other work you are doing. Follow the theme of “less is more” this time of the year and get creative with the space you have. It is one of the best ways to prepare your home for Ramadan.
Here are some suggestions for making your residence more minimalist:
- Focus on sleek but comfortable furniture
- Donate and sell things you have not used for a long time
- Allow ample light to filter into the rooms
- Clear the countertop of your kitchen from items not required
- Organise your wardrobe by getting rid of items you don’t wear anymore
DECORATE WITH BANNERS OR LANTERNS
Lanterns are traditionally used to welcome Ramadan. You can also get some candles, electric tea lights and string lights to create a joyful atmosphere at home.
Use a Happy Ramadan banner to decorate the walls. The banner can be made at home with colourful chart papers. If you have kids, it can turn into an excellent weekend activity. A great way to encourage good deeds in young children is also to have them make inspiring hadith posters related to Ramadan.
Make a display in your home that includes all of the Holy Month’s art, decorations and treat jars. If you place it on a table, it can function as a location to keep Eid gifts later on.
GET RAMADAN ESSENTIALS AND HEALTHY FOOD
Stock up your refrigerator and pantry with all the items you will need to prepare both suhur and iftar during Ramadan. By preparing in advance, you can enjoy the month without any stress. If you’re trying to keep your family healthy during Ramadan, plan a more nutritious menu for iftar and suhur. Instead of packaged foods, serve your main course with fresh salad greens and veggies.
MAKE A DEDICATED PLACE FOR WORSHIP
One of the best tips to prepare your home for Ramadan is to choose a corner that can easily be turned into a peaceful worship area. Keep everything you’ll need, including the Quran, a prayer mat, prayer beads, journal and more. You can also add some floor cushions, essential oils and incense to make the space more inviting.
CREATE A COUNTDOWN BOX
Making a countdown box is another fun family activity for younger family members. This box can show you what day of Ramadan you’re on and what will be the iftar time that day. It will also help the kids understand the concept of the fasting month.
MAKE A LIST OF DUAS
Make a list of the common Holy Month prayers and their translations. Include Ramadan duas for keeping and breaking the fast, special duas for each of the three ashras, and those to be recited during Laylat Al Qadr – the night when the Holy Quran was first revealed to Prophet Mohammad (PBUH). You can also have a calendar with Ramadan prayer timings in the house.
FAQS
How to spend Ramadan in the UAE?
There are many activities to do in Dubai during Ramadan, from sampling delectable culinary delights to exploring lovely night markets. You can also take advantage of special Ramadan bargains in Dubai’s supermarkets.
Are there any restrictions for Ramadan in Dubai?
Yes, eating, drinking or smoking in public during the day throughout Ramadan is prohibited to show respect to those fasting.
Restaurants, on the other hand, remain open and continue to serve food as usual. Also, working hours during Ramadan are reduced to allow for more time with family and prayers.
And that’s a wrap to our post on how to prepare your home for Ramadan. In a nutshell, there are no rules or a right or wrong method. The idea is to strengthen your faith, develop positive habits and create happy memories.
We wish you a happy and healthy Ramadan!
