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Muslim girls carry torches during a parade to celebrate the eve of Eid al-Fitr, the holiday marking the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, in Polewali Mandar, West Sulawesi, Indonesia, Friday, April 21, 2023. Observant Muslims worldwide will soon be united in a ritual of daily fasting from dawn to sunset as the Islamic holy month of Ramadan starts. For Muslims, it’s a time of increased worship Ramadan is a time of deep reflection, self-improvement and heightened devotion to God. In addition to praying five times a day, Muslims pray extra nightly prayers. Muslims are also encouraged to study and recite the Quran and perform acts of charity. A common way to greet Muslims during the holy month is to say, “Ramadan mubarak.” 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. 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. Ramadan is the time for Muslims to learn to control themselves and to develop their spiritual side. Basically, Muslims try to have a pre-dawn meal, known as sahur, before they begin fasting. The fast lasts from dawn to sunset. As soon as the sun has set, Muslims break their fast without delay. Muslims throughout the world are preparing to celebrate Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, refraining from eating, drinking, smoking and sex from sunrise to sunset. Ramadan is a holy month of fasting, introspection and prayer for Muslims, the followers of Islam. It is celebrated as the month during which Muhammad received the initial revelations of the Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and begins with the sighting of the crescent moon. For many of the world’s 1.8 billion Muslims, fasting began Monday, after an Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar; the month cycles through the seasons. The start of the month traditionally depends on the sighting of the crescent moon; this year, the How Do You Celebrate the Last Day of Ramadan? The last evening of Ramadan is called Eid al-Fitr, or "the feast of breaking the fast." A special set of prayers, called Salat al-Eid, are recited Both Shia and Sunni Muslims commemorate Ramadan as a sacred month of fasting, prayer, and contemplation. Despite the core practices such as fasting from sunrise to sunset, Taraweeh (night prayer) recitation, charity work, and searching for Laylat al Qadr (Night of Power), both groups celebrate Ramadan differently. Ramadan comes at a time of massive change for many Muslims, including those in Gaza and Syria. The Islamic holy month is a time of celebration and fasting for millions of Muslims around the world. Ramadan is a lunar month on the Islamic calendar. It does not coincide with the solar Gregorian calendar used throughout the world, since the lunar year is slightly shorter than the solar year. The lunar calendar also starts the next calendar day at sunset, rather than at 12 AM. The end of Ramadan is marked by a big celebration called 'Eid ul-Fitr' (the Festival of the Breaking of the Fast). Muslims are not only celebrating the end of fasting, but thanking Allah for the Another common way to wish each other is “Ramadan Mubarak”, which means “blessed Ramadan” or “happy Ramadan”. As most Muslims in Singapore are the local Malays with a long history of Islam in the region, you may also be familiar with the common wish of “Selamat berpuasa”, which means “Happy fasting” in Malay. Ramadan is expected to begin on Saturday, March 1, 2025. This means there are 17 days remaining until the start of Ramadan. Why do Muslims Celebrate The Month of Ramadan? Muslims celebrate the month of Ramadan because it is one of the holiest months in Islam, filled with spiritual significance and divine blessings. What does Ramadan celebrate? Ramadan celebrates the revelation of the Quran. It is also a celebration of God’s Mercy. This is because during Ramadan, good deeds count for greater reward. What Does Ramadan Celebrate? The Month of Quran Revelation. Ramadan is the Islamic holy month when the Quran was sent down to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as a guide for humanity. The majority of Muslims read and recite more Quran in this month. Fasting. Muslims fast from sunrise (Suhoor meal) to sunset, practicing self-discipline and spiritual The date for Ramadan changes every year as the Islamic calendar follows the phases of the moon, known as the lunar cycle. That means that in 2025, Ramadan will start on Friday, February 28 when the moon can be seen in Mecca, the holiest city in Islam. Ramadan will last 30 days ending on Sunday, March, 30 when Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated.
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