Ramadan Abdel Moez likens self-control to car brakes that protect against ruin

Islamic preacher Sheikh Ramadan Abdel Moez has raised a question about why some people’s behaviour remains unchanged despite their commitment to worship during periods of heightened devotion, such as Ramadan.

Abdel Moez compared self-control to a car’s brakes, describing it as a safeguard against ruin. The analogy highlights the importance of being able to restrain oneself rather than simply continuing unchecked.

His remarks focused on the gap between observing acts of worship and seeing their effects reflected in everyday conduct. He questioned why dedication to religious practice does not always lead to a change in behaviour.

By placing self-restraint at the centre of that discussion, Abdel Moez drew attention to the practical dimension of devotion: whether worship is accompanied by greater control over one’s actions.