Siwan, Bihar: As the holy month of Ramadan continues, Muslim worshippers in Siwan gathered at mosques across the city to observe the second Jummah (Friday) prayer with devotion, prayers, and community reflection. The congregational prayers drew large numbers of faithful who offered supplications for faith, peace, and social harmony.
On Friday afternoon, mosques including Chowk Bazar Badi Masjid, Purana Qila Jama Masjid, Naya Qila Masjid, Darbar Masjid, Gyarehvin Masjid, MM Colony Belal Masjid, Noor Aksa Masjid in Chamda Mandi and others were filled with fasting devotees participating in the weekly Jummah congregation. After the khutbah (sermon), worshippers stood together in prayer and raised their hands in dua, seeking blessings for themselves, the community and the country.
The imam-leaders used their sermons to emphasize the spiritual significance of Ramadan — a time for self-purification, self-discipline and strengthening social harmony. They spoke about patience (sabr), taqwa (God-consciousness), compassion, and helping those in need as core values of the fasting month.
At the Chowk Bazar Badi Masjid, renowned scholar Mufti Mahfuzur Rahman Qasmi highlighted the deeper purpose of observing fasts. He reiterated that fasting during Ramadan is obligatory for every adult Muslim who is healthy and capable, and that it trains the faithful to control desires, cultivate righteousness and draw closer to God. According to him, Allah has declared, “Fasting is for Me, and I shall reward it myself,” underlining the spiritual rewards of the practice.
Following the Jummah prayer, congregants offered collective supplications for peace, progress, unity and well-being in the country and society. The imams also reminded worshippers that Ramadan is traditionally divided into three phases: the first ten days focus on seeking mercy, the next ten on forgiveness, and the final ten on liberation from Hellfire — each with its own spiritual emphasis.
As fasting continues throughout the month, mosques in Siwan remain central to spiritual life, hosting prayers, social interactions, and opportunities for charity and reflection.