Women become widows, children become orphans and cherished friendships broken because of one single word. Isn’t that shocking?

We need to realise that our tongue is a serpent which we need to constantly control. So much harm can be caused by words. When we hurt someone deeply with our words, the cut runs deep. That person may be able to say that they forgive you, but they likely won’t forget that hurt.
The Prophet (pbuh) said, “Whoever believes in God and the Last Day should speak a good word or remain silent.”

Remember that Ramadan is not just about going without food.  We must also guard our tongue and speech.