Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and holds special significance for Muslims around the world. It is considered the holiest month because it was during Ramadan that the first verses of the Quran, the holy book of Islam, were revealed to Prophet Muhammad.
During Ramadan, Muslims observe fasting from dawn to sunset as one of the Five Pillars of Islam. This fasting, known as "Sawm," involves abstaining from food, drink, smoking, and certain other physical needs during daylight hours. The pre-dawn meal is called "Suhoor," and the fast is broken at sunset with a meal called "Iftar."
In addition to fasting, Muslims engage in increased prayer, self-reflection, and acts of charity during Ramadan. The month is a time for spiritual growth, self-discipline, and heightened devotion to Allah.
The end of Ramadan is marked by the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, a festive occasion that includes special prayers, feasting, and the giving of gifts and charity to those in need. The specific dates of Ramadan vary each year because the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle, and the sighting of the moon determines its beginning. Muslims around the world eagerly anticipate the arrival of Ramadan as a time for spiritual renewal and communal solidarity.
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