the poor can be substituted for fasting if necessary. Able-bodied adults and older children fast during the daylight hours from dawn to dusk. Pregnant or nursing women, children, the old, the weak, travelers on long journeys, and the mentally ill are allexemptfrom the requirement of fasting....
drinking, etc. By abstaining, this further helps people reduce stress and improve spiritual healing by increasing their endorphins. This year, Ramadan starts in early May in most parts of the world. There will be around 16-18 hours of fasting each day for an entire...
Rules on fasting during Ramadan different for womenChristine Morente
Ramadan fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam. People with diabetes are exempted from fasting according to Islamic rules. However, many people with diabetes wish to fast. Physicians are asked frequently by their patients about their ability to fast and the possible impact of fasting on th...
The Rules of Ramadan Eid al‑Fitr 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 Quran, the holy book for Muslims. Fasting is one of the five fun...
How are these communities dealing with the Ramadan rules? Since every Muslim community can make their own rules about fasting, they have come up withdifferent strategies: 1. Use the Last Clear Sunset Time Sweden’s Islamic Association, for example, recommends following the last clear sunset time...
The effect of Ramadan fasting on lipid profile in pregnant womenIntroduction&58; Abnormal lipid profile causes maternal mortality and impairs fetal development. This study investigated the effect of Ramadan fasting on plasma lipid profile in pregnant women. Material and Methods&58; This self-control,...
Know how to behave with respect around those fasting during Ramadan. Do…dress appropriately. The UAE already has guidelines in place for dress, especially in public areas such as malls and parks. Be especially considerate of these during Ramadan. Men and women should wear clothes that cover the...
Ramzan Rules and Regulations: Fasting during Ramadan is mandatory for all adult Muslims. However, those people who are suffering from any kind of disease and are on medication can avoid fasting but have to pay Kaffarah for sins. Also, there are some exempted from fasting including the very ag...
Padusan,for Indonesian Muslims,is an act of purification ritual performed for cleansing of the soul and body for fasting as well as prayer. Before the start of Ramadan, the Muslims of Indonesia bathe and cleanse themselves in the natural pools nearby. This deeply embedded cultural practice of ...