About The Book Ramadan is more than a month of fasting—it is a sacred passage of transformation, love, and divine connection. Ramadan Conscience by Paul Abdul Wadud Sutherland is an evocative and deeply personal collection of poetry, reflections, and meditative prose that captures the essence of this spiritual time. With a lyrical voice steeped in Sufi mysticism and personal introspection, Sutherland navigates the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of fasting. His words echo the stillness of pre-dawn prayers, the quiet hunger of self-discipline, and the overwhelming mercy that comes with devotion. adhan to adhanso many come to listenwho don’t breathe the air.- Ramadan Moments The book follows a sequence of poetic vignettes set across different landscapes, cultures, and seasons, making Ramadan a universal experience beyond time and place. Whether breaking fast under the English twilight or whispering prayers amidst Middle Eastern deserts, Sutherland invites readers into his journey of faith. Through the rich tapestry of his verses, we encounter moments of beauty and longing: Allah, You are the well that guides us to the wellthe oasis in the wilderness guiding us to the oasis.You are the nourisher who feeds us on the way andwhen we reach our destination you ofer a full cup.- Ramadan Quatrains His reflections are not just about abstaining from food and drink but about the heart’s journey toward humility and surrender. The imagery of a believer’s solitude, the crescent moon’s quiet watch, and the fasting body’s resilience breathe life into this collection. Between our heart and mind – SubhanallahBetween toes and our fi ngers – SubhanallahBetween our legs and our waist – SubhanallahBetween body and soul, between lesh and bone – SubhanallahBetween every heart’s pulse and morsel of food – SubhanallahBetween dishes on the table and fruit on the limb – SubhanallahBetween the raw dough and the baked loaf - SubhanallahBetween oasis and the endless desert – SubhanallahBetween ascent and collapse of empires - SubhanallahBetween passion and love, between impure and pure – Subhanallah- Ramadan Moments This book is for seekers, for those who have ever felt the stirrings of faith, and for those who wish to understand the profound depth of Ramadan. Whether you are a Muslim who has fasted for years or a curious reader exploring the richness of Islamic spirituality, Ramadan Conscience speaks to the heart. Experience Ramadan through the eyes of a poet. Read Ramadan Conscience today.
