Good deed of the day: Seek forgiveness

A Month of Good Deeds

By time, Verily Man is in loss. Except such as have Faith, and do good deeds, and (join together) in the mutual enjoining of Truth, and of Patience and Constancy. (Sura Al Asr 103:1-3)

One of the seven pillars of Islam is Zakat, an act of financial charity, which is obligatory for those who have excess wealth. However, giving Zakat is not the only way to bless those around you during the Holy Month, and here we highlight other charitable acts that can be performed in the name of Allah and as a blessing on both the giver and the recipient.

Good Deed of the Day: Seek Forgiveness
(Istighfaar) for others
The message of selflessness in Islam commends those who seek forgiveness not only for themselves, but for other people as well. Throughout the day, say a prayer for the forgiveness of both loved ones and strangers. That person who cut you off in traffic on the way to the office? Replace your angry thoughts with a prayer that Allah may forgive them their sins and strengthen his or her faith during this Holy Month.