Ramadan is the best month of the year according to the Prophet Muhammad. It brings mercy, forgiveness and blessings from Allah. The doors of Paradise are opened and doors of Hell are closed. Demons are chained and good deeds are multiplied many times over. Fasting is especially rewarding - all past sins may be forgiven for those who fast with faith and hope in Allah's reward. The holy Quran was revealed during this month. Spending nights in prayer, such as during Tarawih and Laylat al-Qadr, can also wipe away past sins. Muslims are encouraged to make the most of Ramadan through worship and turning over a new leaf in preparation for the afterlife.