First Drop of Vienna Water Wudhu

Starting the First Fasting

The sun had just begun to rise in the eastern horizon as Vienna felt its heart flutter. He sat at the dinner table with a glass of water and a plate of food in front of him. This was his first sahur in his first fast journey, and his nervous feelings created excitement and anxiety mixed within him.

He grabbed the glass of water trembling and sipped it slowly. The thirst that suddenly appeared after a day of not drinking made him feel his physical presence more deeply. The sound of a wall clock in his house was clearly heard, reminding him that the sahur time was decreasing.

In the next room, a soft sound of footsteps could be heard. Mother, Mrs. Amira, has woken up to help Vienna sahur. He walked into the dining room with a gentle smile on his face.

"Good sahur, dear," said Mrs. Amira stroked Vienna's hair gently. "How do you feel about your first fast?"

Vienna looked at her mother with a mixed expression. "I'm nervous, mom. But also feel happy. I want to do well."

Mrs. Amira smiled with pride. "That's a good intention, baby. God will give you strength."

Vienna smiled widely and continued her meal with a more steady determination. In a corner of the dining room, several books on religion were open, waiting to be read after Suhoor. Vienna has prepared itself by seeking a deeper understanding of fasting and remembrance.

However, the existence of the books reminded Vienna of the reaction of his friends. Those who are still engaged in a worldly lifestyle often doubt their decision to fast. Vienna knew that she had to face their questions and comments.

After finishing the meal, Vienna got up from the table and walked to the living room to get ready. Before she left the house, her mother gave her a warm hug.

"Take care of yourself, baby," said Mrs. Amira. "God will always be with you."

Vienna smiled and nodded. "Thank you, mother. I'll try my best."

He got out of the house, walked to the local mosque to perform the Fajr prayer and began his first day of fasting. As he walked through the quiet street, he could feel the coolness of the morning and the scent of flowers that began to bloom in the surrounding gardens.

Arriving at the mosque, Vienna joined worshippers gathered for the Fajr prayer. The voice of Azan reverberated with melodiousness, reminding him of God's call to worship. Vienna felt calm and mused as she prayed, feeling that she had made the right choice.

After the Fajr prayer, Vienna sat in the corner of the mosque to read the Quran. He was fascinated by the words that flowed so beautifully from the pages of those scriptures. The atmosphere in the mosque was so calm and filled with a strong spiritual presence.

Not long after, Viennese friends still engaged in worldly lifestyles arrived at the mosque for the Fajr prayer. They immediately saw Vienna sitting in a corner and came to approach him.

"We haven't spoken for a long time, Vienna" said Lisa, one of her friends. "What made you make this decision?"

Vienna looked at her friends sincerely. "I feel like there's something missing in my life, Lisa. I wanted to find a deeper meaning, and I felt fasting and remembrance were a good way to start."

Vienna's friends surprised her with a more open attitude than she expected. They do not judge or ridicule him, even though they still do not fully understand his choices.

"Maybe this is a good change for you" said Alex, another friend. "Who knows, maybe we'll also follow in your footsteps someday."

Vienna was relieved and thanked her friends for their support. He felt that his steps towards the spiritual journey were getting more steady and he was ready to face all the challenges that might arise during his fast.

When the Fajr prayer ended, they all left the mosque with a feeling of peace in their hearts. Their serene ambience, the sun rising gently, and the presence of God so close made Vienna feel that she had embarked on the right journey.

The first days of fasting passed quickly, but for Vienna, every hour and minute was heavy. The hunger and thirst lingering in his stomach was a test he could not avoid. The surrounding natural atmosphere, which was then summer, also complicated the conditions.

In the blazing mornings, Vienna gathered at the mosque with other worshippers to perform the Dhuhr and Ashar prayers in congregation. As he closed his eyes and prostrated, he felt a gentle sun burst through the windows of the mosque, warming his dry skin from heat and dehydration.

After the prayer, he sat down with his new friends who also underwent fasting. They shared their experiences over the past few days.

Vienna shook his head with a smile. "Right, it's not easy, but I feel that every hunger and thirst is a reminder to me. Reminders of the true purpose of this fast."

His friends listened attentively. They also feel the same challenge, and this conversation encourages them to continue to fast with a strong determination.

The natural atmosphere around the story increasingly illustrates the difficulties of Vienna. The hot weather left him feeling sunburned, and the usually lush gardens now looked dry and withered. Trees that were previously shady and green are now losing leaves, shedding most of their leaves. This is a metaphorical picture of the struggle he is going through.

As Vienna walked home from the mosque, she felt the weight and physical discomfort that haunted her. He continues to ponder the meaning of fasting, why he does it, and how fasting helps to control one's passions and ego.

At home, he sat in a shady and quiet room, facing towards the Qibla, for remembrance. His eyes were tightly shut as he pondered God's asthma and spoke to Him inwardly.

"Truly, my satisfaction is this small sacrifice I made to draw myself closer to You, O Allah," he murmured in a soft voice. "I want to test my own patience and fortitude. I want to make every hunger I feel a reminder to be grateful for Your blessings."

When he opened his eyes, he felt a calmness in his long-awaited heart. He understood that fasting is not only about refraining from food and drink, but also about controlling oneself and getting closer to God.

Over the next few days, Vienna continued to face the challenges of her fast with courage and perseverance. He learned not only to relieve hunger and thirst, but also to permeate the true meaning of fasting, which is to increase self-awareness and draw closer to God.

Amongst all the discomfort, Vienna felt that she was getting closer to God on her spiritual journey. Whenever he felt thirsty, he recited more intensely and felt His presence so intensely. His poetry became a constant reminder of his duty to live life according to religious teachings and seek true meaning in his life.

In the weeks that followed, Vienna continued to live out its fast with a strong determination. Day after day passed, and hunger and thirst were still part of his routine. However, there is something that keeps him upbeat and excited on his spiritual journey: the support given by his new friends at the mosque.

As he arrived at the mosque for Asar prayers, Vienna was greeted by warm smiles from his new friends. They gathered in the mosque's living room, sitting together with excited faces.

"How fast is it, Vienna?" tanya Ali, a friend who has been fasting for several years.

Vienna nodded and replied, "This fast is certainly not easy, but I feel closer to God every day."

Vienna friends clenched their hands happily to hear it. They began to exchange stories about their respective fasting experiences. Ali told me about the challenges she faced when she first started fasting, while Sarah shared about her feelings of closeness to Allah when she fasted during Ramadan.

"The most important thing is that we always remember why we do it" said Hani, another friend. "Fasting is not only about refraining from food and drink, but also about controlling lust and getting closer to God."

Vienna pervaded the words of his friend. "All of you are an inspiration to me. Thank you for supporting me on this journey."

The atmosphere in the living room of the mosque is full of spirit and closeness. The sun was still high in the sky, and its light illuminated the walls of the mosque beautifully. The rustling sound of the leaves of trees outside the mosque creates a soothing sound, adding to the impression of peace in this gathering.

Their conversation was not only about fasting, but also about how they could live a more meaningful life and draw closer to God in all aspects of life. They talked about the importance of remembrance, worship, and seeking religious knowledge.

"With remembrance and worship, we can feel a spiritual closeness to God" said Aisha, a wise friend. "It's a way to keep our hearts connected to Him all the time."

This conversation helped Vienna understand that fasting is not just about holding back hunger and thirst, but also about pursuing goodness, closeness to God, and spiritual growth. His new friends have given him invaluable support and insight on this journey.

Over the next few weeks, Vienna continued to live out her fast with determination and a strong spirit. He felt closer to God every day and felt His warm and deep presence in his life.

His relationship with his new friends is getting closer. They go on this spiritual journey together, supporting and inspiring each other. The natural atmosphere around the mosque is shady and serene, with green foliage beginning to re-grow, reflecting the growth and peace in their hearts.

Although the challenge of fasting still exists, Vienna feels that she has found a new family in her new friends at the mosque. Together they go on a deep spiritual journey, seeking true meaning in their lives, and drawing closer to God.