3 of 10 | . 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. Ramadan is expected to begin on Friday, Feb. 28 or Saturday, March 1, 2025 Laylat Al-Qadr is expected to begin on Wednesday, March 26 or Thursday, March 27, 2025 Eid al-Fitr is expected to begin 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.” FILE – A man looks at members of the Malaysian Islamic authority as they perform the “Rukyah Hilal Ramadan,” the sighting of the new moon to determine the start of the holy fasting month of Ramadan starts when the new Moon first appears in the night sky. Full moon marks the middle of Ramadan. As the moon wanes to the other side, Ramadan finishes. When Is Ramadan? This year, Ramadan is expected to begin at sundown on Friday, February 28, and end at sundown on Sunday, March 30. The final evening of Ramadan consists of a celebration called Eid al-Fitr, when the traditional month-long fast is ended with a feast. 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. 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. [13][14] When is Ramadan 2025? This year, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Friday 28th February 2025, and end on the evening of Sunday 30th March 2025, depending on the sighting of the moon. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. The month appears to shift forward 11 days each year in the Gregorian calendar. Ramadan 2024 began at sunset on Sunday, March 10, and conclude at sundown on Tuesday, April 9. Ramadan is the ninth month of the 12-month Islamic calendar, a lunar calendar that’s based on the During the month of Ramadan, Muslims won't eat or drink during the hours of daylight. This is called fasting. Children are not expected to fast until they reach puberty, usually around the age of At the heart of Ramadan lies the Quran, the holy book of Islam. Revealed over 1,400 years ago during this blessed month, the Quran is more than just a scripture; it is a guide for life, offering wisdom, comfort, and answers to life’s deepest questions. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. The exact dates of Ramadan change every year. This is because Islam uses a calendar based on the cycles of the Moon. 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. What Happens During Ramadan? Ramadan is a month of action, reflection, and connection. Here’s what a typical day during Ramadan looks like for many Muslims: 3. “Ramadan is the Same Everywhere” Ramadan’s timing and practices can vary depending on location and culture. For example, in countries with long daylight hours, Muslims may fast for 18-20 hours a day, while in others, the fast may be shorter. 4. “Ramadan is Just for Muslims” In 2025, Ramadan is expected to begin on the Friday, Feb 28, or Saturday, March 1st, 2025, and the first day of fasting will be on Saturday, March 1st, 2025. Ramadan lasts for 29 or 30 days, depending on the sighting of the crescent moon, which marks the beginning and end of the Islamic lunar months. They may do this before or after eating the pre-dawn meal, just before the Fajr (Dawn) Prayer. Ramadan is also a favorite time for `Umrah – a visit to the Ka`bah in Makkah. When performed in Ramadan, `Umrah takes the same reward as Hajj (but it does not replace the obligatory Hajj). How Muslims Fast Zakat and Charity in Ramadan. Ramadan is also a time of increased charity and generosity. Muslims are encouraged to give Zakat (mandatory charity) and Sadaqah (voluntary charity) during the holy month to help those in need. Giving during Ramadan holds greater spiritual reward, and many Muslims use this time to calculate and pay their Zakat. How do Muslims perform fasting? What happens in a day during the holy month? Why are Ramadan dates changing every year? Do’s and Don’ts for Muslims during Ramadan; Do’s and Don’ts for Expats; 1. What is Ramadan? In the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is the ninth month and is regarded as the most sacred and revered month among Muslims.
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