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Occurring during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, [10] it is a commemoration of Muhammad's first revelation, [11] the annual observance of Ramadan is regarded as one of the Five Pillars of Islam [12] and lasts twenty-nine to thirty days, from one sighting of the crescent moon to the next. Ramadan, in Islam, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar and the holy month of fasting. It begins and ends with the appearance of the crescent moon. Islamic tradition states that it was during Ramadan that the Prophet Muhammad received the first revelations of the Quran. Muslim children parade on the streets to welcome the holy fasting month of Ramadan in Ungaran, Central Java Province, Indonesia, on Feb. 23, 2025. Ramadan is a month dedicated to personal reflection, spiritual growth, and self-discipline. By fasting from dawn until sunset, Muslims develop patience, humility, and resilience, drawing closer to Allah through their devotion. Mohammed El-Dahshan, 38-year-old “mesaharati,” or dawn caller, accompanies his donkey wrapped with colored led lights to wake Muslims up for a meal before sunrise, during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, in the Delta city of Dikernis, Egypt, about 93 miles (150 kilometers) north of Cairo, early Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Learn all about the holy Islamic festival of Ramadan with fun interactive videos, activities, downloads, quizzes and revision guides for KS2 school children. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by practicing Muslims as a month of fasting, reflection, and prayer. It commemorates the first revelation of Muhammed and, as such, observance of the month is considered one of the five pillars of Islam. Emrah Gurel. FILE - Worshippers perform a night prayer called 'Tarawih' during the eve of the first day of the Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan in Turkey at the Hagia Sophia mosque in Istanbul Muslims break their daily fasts by sharing meals with family and friends, and the end of Ramadan is celebrated with a three-day festival known as Eid al-Fitr, one of Islam’s major holidays. So Ramadan is a month of worship and contemplation. Every Muslim should prepare themselves to receive blessings from Allah during this month by standing in prayer, asking for Allah’s forgiveness, worship with sincere faith and hoping for Allah’s reward (in both worlds). This weekend begins the month-long observance of Ramadan. In Houston, a month of events and celebrations are part of the religious and cultural observance for the city’s Muslim population, the The religious festival Eid al-Fitr, or the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is one of two major holidays celebrated by Muslims around the world. In the United States, Eid al-Fitr 2024 is Ramadan – Month of Fasting. Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset every day of this month, abstaining from food and drink during these times. But more than just fasting, the month is a time of increased worship and deep reflection, Eid ul-Fitr – Festival after Fasting At the end of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate a holiday which is the first day Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar during which the Holy Quran was sent down to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).. During this time, Muslims around the world fast from dawn to sunset, a command given to Muslims in the Quran itself, instructing believers to observe fasting as an act of devotion and self-discipline. For Muslims, it is a sunnah to fast six days during the month of Shawwal, the lunar month immediately following Ramadan. Muslims believe that if a Muslim fasts all of Ramadan and then fasts any six days in Shawwal, the reward will be as if he or she has fasted the whole year. Many Muslims do take advantage of this mercy from Allah. It is the same for the end of the month, after which Muslims across the globe celebrate the festival of Eid al-Fitr. 4. Fasting is intended to elevate the spirit. During Ramadan Muslims also The Muslim festival of Eid al-Fitr has begun, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It has a special significance in Islam. Welcome to the Muslim Lights Fest, an annual celebration set to illuminate the spirit of diversity and unity within the Muslim community. We are thrilled to announce the upcoming festival set to shine brightly during the holy month of Ramadan in 2025. Eid-ul-Fitr is a significant Muslim festival marking the end of Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It celebrates the conclusion of a month-long fast and emphasises gratitude, charity, and community through prayer and the giving of alms. Laylatul Qadr (the night of destiny): A particularly blessed night among the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan. Eid-ul-Fitr: The Islamic festival to mark the completion of Ramadan. It is celebrated by congregational prayers followed by a sermon. Muslims rejoice for having been given the strength to fulfill their obligation of fasting.
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