Ramadan Reminders 19: The I`tikaf (Spiritual Retreat) - Standing at the Door of the Divine Presence

An important sunna of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) in the last third of Ramadan is the spiritual retreat (i`tikaf). This is optimally for all of the last ten days, but it can also be for much shorter periods of time. This reminder discusses how anyone can perform i`tikaf, and some of its key proper manners.