Many social rituals center on gathering and socializing after the daily fast. Some Muslims decorate their homes, put out Ramadan-themed tableware and centerpieces or throng to markets and Ramadan bazaars. A Muslim woaman reads the Quran during an evening prayer at Istiqlal Mosque...
CAIRO (AP) — Observant Muslims the world over 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, charity and good deeds. Socially, it often bri
In the Quran, Allah (God) says, ‘Oh believers, fasting during Ramadan is sent down for you as it was sent down for those before you, so perhaps you will become mindful (of Him).’ Every time I read this verse, I am reminded about the imperative nature of instilling God-consciousnes...
Ramadan is observed during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar year to commemorate the revelation of the Quran to Mohammed. Muslims all over the world observe this time of fasting, increased prayer, and good deeds. Answer and Explanation: ...
Understanding the Significance of Ramadan Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered the holiest month for Muslims. It's a time dedicated to deep spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting from dawn until sunset. The fast during Ramadan, known as 'siyam,' is one...
“If you are doing something beyond your capability as a human, that is not Islam.” Article content Still, even with the especially long fasts this Ramadan, Arctic denizens seemed to agree that it was better than the alternative — days when the sun never rises. “The summer is very ...
CAIRO (AP) — Observant Muslims the world over 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, charity and good deeds. Socially, it often br
Muslims have to fulfil five obligatory duties bestowed upon them —Shahadah(profession of faith),Salat(prayer),Siam(fasting),Zakat(charity), andHajj(pilgrimage). As you see, fasting is one of the five pillars of belief for all Muslims. And, fasting is obligatory during the month of Ramadan....
Israeli security forces guard the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound following clashes that erupted during Islam's holy fasting month of Ramadan in Jerusalem, April 5, 2023.AHMAD GHARABLI/AFP/Getty Today, heavily armed guards ensure that only Muslims are allowed inside the complex. But that hasn't s...
This evening marks the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, the annual time for Muslims around the world to celebrate the first revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Mohammed.