Raji Abdulmumen Okin pens and composes ‘Fasting,’ a song that highlights the spiritual and physical benefits of fasting. The musician brings a heartfelt message about its role in healing the soul and preparing for freedom. His words echo with a sense of devotion and purpose, making the act of fasting feel transformative.
Released: April 19, 2023
Fasting
Abdulmuhmen Okin
Fasting Lyrics English Translation by Abdulmuhmen Okin
The poet writes, ‘Fasting’s the medicine for all humanity, curing the weakness of the human soul.’ This line frames fasting as a universal remedy, strengthening inner vitality and offering spiritual clarity. Raji Abdulmumen Okin uses repetition to emphasize its importance, creating a rhythmic mantra that resonates deeply.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the spirit for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihafor it heals the world from its burdens.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the heart for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihato heal the world from all that’s within it.
Lana as-sawmu alfu tahiyyaWe offer ‘fasting’ a thousand greetings,
‘Ainu dunya minka bahiyyafor the world’s eye is radiant because of you.
Kaifa libari’iha lamma finaHow great’s the Creator’s light when it dwells in us,
Bushra lil kauni ‘ulyabringing glad tidings to the heavens above.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihafor it heals the world from its burdens.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the spirit for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihato heal the world from all that’s within it.
Taraktuka wa ujibu habibaI’ve left the worldly to answer the Beloved,
Fa sumumu laqakal bashariyyaso fast, as humanity encounters your grace.
Qalu sawmi yuayyidu ju’iThey claim my fasting only fuels my hunger,
Wa lana ma’dubatun qudsiyyabut for us, it’s a sacred, holy banquet.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihafor it heals the world from its burdens.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the heart for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihato heal the world from all that’s within it.
Qalu sawmi liya alamThey claim my fasting brings me only pain,
Wa lana ni’matun wa rawiyyayet for us, it’s a blessing and true satisfaction.
Sawmi dhikrun sawmi hubbMy fast’s remembrance, my fast’s pure love,
Sawmi ihsanun wa ‘atiyyamy fast’s an act of excellence and a gift.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihafor it heals the world from its burdens.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the spirit for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihato heal the world from all that’s within it.
Sawmi kaffun sawmi birrMy fast’s restraint, my fast’s righteousness,
Sawmi nafahatun ‘ulwiyyamy fast’s filled with heavenly fragrances.
Ruhun qudsi RamadanThe holy spirit of ‘Ramadan’,
Yaksu dunya arihiyyawraps the world in a gentle comfort.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihafor it heals the world from its burdens.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the heart for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihato heal the world from all that’s within it.
As-sawmu sana’un fi aidinaFasting’s a glowing light held in our hands,
Yashfi lin nafsil yamadiyyahealing the soul from its material greed.
Wa yuraqqiha kay yahdiyahaIt refines the spirit to lead it aright,
Hiya ayyamun lil mala’ikiyyafor these are days of angelic devotion.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Turidul mawla fi ‘ulyaseeking the Lord in the highest realms.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the spirit for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihafor it heals the world from its burdens.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the heart for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihato heal the world from all that’s within it.
As-sawmu dawa’ul insaniyyaFasting’s the medicine for all humanity,
Min dha’fin nafsil bashariyyacuring the weakness of the human soul.
As-sawm yuqawwil hayawiyyaFasting strengthens our inner vitality,
Wa yuhayyi’uha lil hurriyyaand prepares the heart for true freedom.
Sumu sumuFast, oh fast,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihafor it heals the world from its burdens.
Tashfid dunya mimma fihaHeal the world from all its burdens,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihaheal the world from what’s within it.
Tashfid dunya mimma fihaHeal the world from all its burdens,
Tashfid dunya mimma fihaheal the world from what’s within it.
Fasting Music Video
The English lyrics of ‘Fasting’ focus on its healing power for the soul. Featuring Raji Abdulmumen Okin, the song from the album offers a tribute to the spiritual practice of fasting.