Avoid These Mistakes During The Month Of Ramadan Until Eid
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Avoid These Mistakes During The Month Of Ramadan Until Eid

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Ramadan 2025: Ramadan is considered the holiest month in Islam, during which Muslims worldwide observe fasting, engage in prayers, and participate in charitable acts. Special Prayers: Taraweeh During Ramadan, Muslims perform Taraweeh, an additional prayer after the Isha prayer. Ramadan Observances In India: Across India, including Uttarakhand, Dehradun, Nainital, Haridwar, and Udham Singh Nagar, the holy month is being observed with great devotion. Why Ramadan Is Special: Ramadan is more than just a month of fasting — it is a time for spiritual growth, self-discipline, compassion, and generosity.

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Ramadan 2025: Sehri, Iftaar timings for March 12 in Lucknow, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad and other cities
1 week, 6 days ago

Ramadan 2025: Sehri, Iftaar timings for March 12 in Lucknow, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad and other cities

Live Mint  

Muslims across India will observe the eleventh Roza of Ramadan on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Ramadan, a sacred month in Islam, is observed by fasting from dawn to dusk, with Sehri marking the beginning of the fast and Iftar concluding it. Sehri and Iftar Timings for March 12, 2025 Here are the Sehri and Iftar timings for various cities across …

Significance Of The Tenth Roza — A Canopy Of Mercy And An Abode Of Blessings
1 week, 6 days ago

Significance Of The Tenth Roza — A Canopy Of Mercy And An Abode Of Blessings

ABP News  

Ramadan 2025: Ramadan is the holiest month in Islam, during which Muslims around the world observe fasting, known as Roza. Completion Of The First Ashra With The 10th Fast: The observance of Ramadan has now reached its 10th day. On Tuesday, March 11, Muslims observed the 10th fast, marking the conclusion of the first Ashra. The 10th Fast: A Time …

Ramadan 2025: Sehri, Iftaar timings for March 8 in Lucknow, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad and other cities
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Ramadan 2025: Sehri, Iftaar timings for March 8 in Lucknow, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad and other cities

Live Mint  

Ramadan 2025: Ramadan is considered to be the holiest month for Muslims all over the world. During this month, worshippers fast or keep Roza, and the timings for the Sehri and Iftar become essential for worshippers. Below cited are the estimated timings for the same in cities like Delhi, Lucknow, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, among others. City Sehri Timing Iftar Timing …

Ramadan 2025: Sehri, Iftaar timings for March 7 in Delhi, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Bengaluru and other cities
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ramadan 2025: Sehri, Iftaar timings for March 7 in Delhi, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Bengaluru and other cities

Live Mint  

Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam, is observed with fasting from dawn to dusk, making accurate Sehri and Iftar timings essential for worshippers. City Sehri Timing Iftar Timing Delhi 05:22 am 06:27 pm Lucknow 05:07 am 06:12 pm Kolkata 04:39 am 05:43 pm Mumbai 05:41 am 06:46 pm Chennai 05:11 am 06:19 pm Bengaluru 05:22 am 06:34 pm Kochi 05:27 …

HistoriCity: How the tradition of fasting during Ramazan evolved over centuries
2 weeks, 5 days ago

HistoriCity: How the tradition of fasting during Ramazan evolved over centuries

Hindustan Times  

The holiest month for Muslims marked by fasting or Sawm, austerity and abstinence, Ramazan is unique among large religions. During Ramazan, Ibn Battuta was particularly struck by the musicians’ devout participation in Tarawih prayers, observing how each would carefully prepare their prayer mat and perform ablutions upon hearing the Azan. Chanderi: Charity during Ramazan There are perhaps thousands of instances …

Ramadan 2025: Meaning and significance of the first 10 Days
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ramadan 2025: Meaning and significance of the first 10 Days

India Today  

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a period of profound spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. The first Ashra is referred to as the 'Ashra of Mercy', emphasising Allah's boundless compassion and blessings. UNDERSTANDING THE THREE ASHRAS OF RAMADAN The division of Ramadan into three Ashras serves to guide the faithful through a structured spiritual journey First …

Ramadan 2025 crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia: Taraweeh tonight, Muslims in KSA to begin fasting from March 01
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ramadan 2025 crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia: Taraweeh tonight, Muslims in KSA to begin fasting from March 01

Hindustan Times  

The crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia therefore, Ramadan 1446 will begin tonight with taraweeh namaz after Isha or night prayers in KSA. Ramadan 2025 crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, KSA to begin fasting from March 01, 2025. Changes in work schedules for Ramadan 2025 As Ramadan 2025 approaches, Saudi Arabia is implementing special working …

Ramadan 2025: History and significance of fasting
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ramadan 2025: History and significance of fasting

Live Mint  

Ramadan 2025: Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a time of fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection. History of Ramadan To understand the history of Ramadan, we need to look back to 610 A.D., a momentous year when an Arabian man named Muhammad meditated in the cave of Hira near Mecca. Those who …

Ramadan 2025: Everything you need to know about fasting, traditions & celebrations
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ramadan 2025: Everything you need to know about fasting, traditions & celebrations

India Today  

CAIRO: 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. Ramadan’s religious rituals and spiritual essence unite diverse Muslim communities around the world. In various regions, some Muslims worry that the month is being commercialized, and that an emphasis on decorations, TV …

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?
3 weeks, 5 days ago

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?

Associated Press  

CAIRO — 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. Ramadan’s religious rituals and spiritual essence unite diverse Muslim communities around the world. In various regions, some Muslims worry that the month is being commercialized, and that an emphasis on decorations, …

Ramadan 2025 timetable: Key dates, fasting hours, and spiritual significance
1 month ago

Ramadan 2025 timetable: Key dates, fasting hours, and spiritual significance

India Today  

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a period of deep spiritual reflection, fasting, and community for Muslims worldwide. RAMADAN TIMETABLES FOR MAJOR INDIAN CITIES Accurate timings for Sehri and Iftar are crucial for observing the fast correctly. Below are the approximate timings for the first day of Ramadan in select Indian cities: CITY SEHRI TIME IFTAR …

Ramadan 2025: Different ways Muslims celebrate Ramadan around the world
1 month ago

Ramadan 2025: Different ways Muslims celebrate Ramadan around the world

Hindustan Times  

Ramadan 2025: Different ways Muslims celebrate Ramadan around the world Ramadan 2025: Celebrations are of different types, from deep and spiritual to the ones with friends and family at the. Ramadan 2025: Celebrations are of different types, from deep and spiritual to the ones with friends and family at the feast after fast. 1 / 7 Ramadan is one of …

Shorter workdays for Muslims during Ramzan in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh: AIUDF MLA says ‘justified because…’
1 month ago

Shorter workdays for Muslims during Ramzan in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh: AIUDF MLA says ‘justified because…’

Live Mint  

AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam feels that the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh state government's decisions to have shorter work days for Muslims during Ramzan is justified. Speaking to ANI in Guwahati, Islam said, “It is justified because people fast the whole day.” He further added that the Assam government should “rethink” its 2024 rule abolishing the two-hour break to Muslim MLAs …

Ramadan 2024: 5 healthy habits to sustain post Ramzan
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ramadan 2024: 5 healthy habits to sustain post Ramzan

India TV News  

Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, is a period of spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and communal worship. However, as Ramadan draws to a close, it's essential to transition into post-Ramzan life with a focus on maintaining the health and well-being gained during the fasting period. Adequate rest and sleep: Ramadan often involves late-night prayers, pre-dawn meals, and disrupted sleep …

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?
1 year ago

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?

LA Times  

Muslim women attend an evening prayer during Ramadan at Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia. Muslims around the world are observing the holy month of Ramadan, with worship, charity, dawn-to-dusk fasting and nightly feasts. Some Muslims are striving to remain mindful of the Palestinians’ plight during Ramadan, including through making donations, saying prayers or incorporating Palestinian traditional symbols in how they …

Ramadan: Muslims around the world observe holy month with prayer and fasting
1 year ago

Ramadan: Muslims around the world observe holy month with prayer and fasting

Associated Press  

Muslims around the world are observing the holy month of Ramadan, with worship, charity, dawn-to-dusk fasting and nightly feasts. Indonesian Muslims attend an evening prayer called ‘tarawih’ to mark the first eve of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, at Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia, Monday, March 11, 2024. Volunteers distribute food among people for breaking their fast during the …

AP PHOTOS: Muslims around the world observe holy month of Ramadan with prayer, fasting
1 year ago

AP PHOTOS: Muslims around the world observe holy month of Ramadan with prayer, fasting

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Muslims around the world are …

Ramadan begins, Muslims in Kerala to fast from dawn to sunset from March 12
1 year ago

Ramadan begins, Muslims in Kerala to fast from dawn to sunset from March 12

The Hindu  

Muslims in Kerala will fast from dawn to sunset beginning Tuesday as the Ramadan newmoon was sighted at some places, including Ponnani, on Monday evening. Muslims believe that it was in Ramzan that God began and concluded revealing the Koran to Prophet Mohammed in different phases. Islam says that all Muslims should fast during Ramzan; but there are exemptions for …

Ramadan 2024 moon sighting highlight: Ramzan crescent moon sighted in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh. Taraweeh from tonight
1 year ago

Ramadan 2024 moon sighting highlight: Ramzan crescent moon sighted in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh. Taraweeh from tonight

Hindustan Times  

Summary Ramadan 2024 moon sighting highlights: The moon sighting before Ramadan, also known as Ramzan/Ramazan/Ramzaan, is a practice that is a traditional and essential aspect of the Islamic faith as it determines the commencement of the month of fasting from dawn until sunset along with acts of charity and worship. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of …

How to fast safely during Ramadan — what the science shows
1 year ago

How to fast safely during Ramadan — what the science shows

Salon  

For 1.9 billion Muslims, Ramadan is the ninth and holiest Islamic month and this year starts on March 11. During the 30 days of Ramadan, many Muslims fast, refraining from food, drink, smoking and sex, between dawn and sunset each day. As Ramadan slowly moves across seasons, the fasting days are getting cooler and shorter than last year, at least …

Muslims welcome the holy month of Ramadan with a mix of joy and deep concern
1 year ago

Muslims welcome the holy month of Ramadan with a mix of joy and deep concern

Associated Press  

Muslims around the world are welcoming the arrival of Ramadan, a month of dawn-to-dusk fasting, intense prayer, charity and feasts that begins for many Sunday night. IN PAKISTAN, A CITY THAT DOESN’T SLEEP People buy dates in preparation for the upcoming Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, in Peshawar, Pakistan, Saturday, March 9, 2024. “People want to help others who are …

Ramadan 2024: How to balance spirituality and modern life during the holy month of Ramzan
1 year ago

Ramadan 2024: How to balance spirituality and modern life during the holy month of Ramzan

Hindustan Times  

Ramadan 2024: Ramadan is almost here, and we are eagerly waiting for the spiritual month of celebrations, service, community and peace. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar – during this month, Muslims keep fast from dawn to sunset. Tips to balance spirituality and modern life: Keep the phone away: Sometimes we mindlessly scroll the phone to the …

When is Ramadan and what are the rules around fasting? Here's what you need to know about the Islamic holy month
1 year ago

When is Ramadan and what are the rules around fasting? Here's what you need to know about the Islamic holy month

ABC  

Muslims around the globe will begin observing the holy month of Ramadan from Monday, a period of deep spiritual reflection and celebration. The month of Ramadan will see Muslims fast and pray before breaking their fast at sundown alongside family and friends. According to Islamic Relief Australia, Muslims believe Ramadan is the month in which the first verses of the …

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?
1 year ago

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?

Associated Press  

CAIRO — 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. Some Muslims have been brainstorming how to remain mindful of the Palestinians’ plight during Ramadan, including through making donations, saying prayers or incorporating Palestinian traditional symbols in how they mark the …

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?
1 year ago

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Observant Muslims the world over …

WHO guidelines for Ramadan 2024: Regulations to abide by for the holy month of spirituality and reflection
1 year ago

WHO guidelines for Ramadan 2024: Regulations to abide by for the holy month of spirituality and reflection

Hindustan Times  

Ramadan 2024: The most-awaited time of the year is about to start. From Hindu festivals such as Maha Shivratri and Holi to the holy month of Ramadan observed by the Muslim community throughout the world, it is a special month of festivals. Ramadan is observed in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar – this one month is dedicated to …

Ramadan 2024: Check out this guide with protocols and key rules of fasting for Muslims in holy month of Islamic calendar
1 year ago

Ramadan 2024: Check out this guide with protocols and key rules of fasting for Muslims in holy month of Islamic calendar

Hindustan Times  

“The light is coming” or so Muslims across the world are heard saying as Ramadan, the holy month of healing and forgiveness and the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, approaches to commemorate the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad with fasting, prayers, reflection, charity and communal harmony. Ramadan 2024: Check out this guide with protocols and key …

Ramadan 2024: Check out this guide with protocols and key rules of fasting for Muslims in holy month of Islamic calendar
1 year ago

Ramadan 2024: Check out this guide with protocols and key rules of fasting for Muslims in holy month of Islamic calendar

Hindustan Times  

“The light is coming” or so Muslims across the world are heard saying as Ramadan, the holy month of healing and forgiveness and the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, approaches to commemorate the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad with fasting, prayers, reflection, charity and communal harmony. Ramadan 2024: Check out this guide with protocols and key …

Holy month of Ramadan begins for Muslims around the world | In pics
2 years ago

Holy month of Ramadan begins for Muslims around the world | In pics

Hindustan Times  

Holy month of Ramadan begins for Muslims around the world | In pics Every year, Ramadan, also known as Ramzan or Ramazan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is celebrated by Muslims with much pomp and grandeur.. 1 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout Ramzan is marked as the month of hope, prayers, fasting, reflection and …

Ramadan 2023: Dos & Don'ts for the Holy Month of Ramzan
2 years ago

Ramadan 2023: Dos & Don'ts for the Holy Month of Ramzan

News 18  

RAMADAN 2023: Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, when Muslims observe fasts for 29-30 days, ending the celebrations with the grand feasting of Eid-ul-Fitr. Besides observing fasts, Muslims follow some guidelines and the teachings of Prophet Mohammad throughout Ramadan. Muslims must be kind to the needs of the poor and underprivileged in the holy month of …

Holy month of Ramadan begins for Muslims across the world
2 years ago

Holy month of Ramadan begins for Muslims across the world

LA Times  

A worker cleans an area of the historical Sunehri Mosque in Peshawar, Pakistan, on Wednesday ahead of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which started at sundown. The holy month will also be shadowed by the suffering in Turkey and Syria, where massive earthquakes last month killed more than 50,000 people, and in conflict zones across the Muslim world. “We …

Muslim authorities say Ramadan fasting to begin Thursday
2 years ago

Muslim authorities say Ramadan fasting to begin Thursday

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Muslim authorities in Saudi Arabia and several other …

Ramadan 2023: Significance of fasting during these 30 days before Eid al-Fitr
2 years ago

Ramadan 2023: Significance of fasting during these 30 days before Eid al-Fitr

India TV News  

Ramadan, one of the unique months in the Islamic calendar, is regarded as one of the most important celebrations for Muslims. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, however, the exact dates shift each year due to Islam's use of a lunar calendar. When the moon sighting customs are followed, the month of Ramadan begins after sunset on …

Ramadan 2023: WHO guidelines on healthy fasting
2 years ago

Ramadan 2023: WHO guidelines on healthy fasting

Hindustan Times  

Ramadan 2023: The special time of the year is almost here. The holy month of Ramadan of the Islamic calendar is observed by Muslims all over the country by keeping fast from sunrise till sunset. Ramadan 2023: WHO guidelines on healthy fasting This year, Ramadan will start on March 22 and will end on April 21, when the crescent moon …

Ramadan 2022: Fasting, prayer and how Muslims celebrate the revelation of the Koran
2 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan 2022: Fasting, prayer and how Muslims celebrate the revelation of the Koran

The Telegraph  

During the holy month, Muslims do not let food or drink pass their lips from dawn to dusk. Muslims believe Prophet Mohammed received a series of revelations from God which combined to form the Koran – and that the Koran was revealed during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Ramadan. After learning that the Koran was to be revealed …

Ramadan 2022: Date, history, significance of the ninth month of Islamic calendar
2 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan 2022: Date, history, significance of the ninth month of Islamic calendar

Hindustan Times  

It is that time of the year again when Muslims across the world are filled with the holy spirit of Ramadan, the ninth month of Islamic calendar, that takes place for 720 hours i.e. Ramadan 2022: Date, history, significance of the ninth month of Islamic calendar Date: The date for Ramadan changes yearly because the Islamic calendar is based on …

Ramadan 2022: Things to keep in mind while fasting during the holy month
2 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan 2022: Things to keep in mind while fasting during the holy month

India TV News  

Highlights During a month long period, people of Islam faith abstain from worldly pleasures Apart from praying five times a day, muslims show more inclination towards sprituality Know under what conditions, despite breaking a rule, your Ramadan fast will not be invalid The holy month of Ramadan or Ramzan will be commencing on April 2. Read: Lemon to rose, Indian …

AP PHOTOS: Ramadan demonstrates Muslim courage and faith
3 years, 10 months ago

AP PHOTOS: Ramadan demonstrates Muslim courage and faith

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The world spun madly on as followers of …

Muslims mark Ramadan amid virus surge and new restrictions
3 years, 11 months ago

Muslims mark Ramadan amid virus surge and new restrictions

Associated Press  

MECCA, Saudi Arabia — Muslims in many parts of the world marked the start of Ramadan on Tuesday, but a spike in coronavirus cases in several countries has once again put curbs on the holy month’s signature feasts and lengthy prayers in mosques. In Mecca, home to the Kaaba — Islam’s most sacred site — Muslims performed socially distanced “taraweeh” …

Ramadan begins for the second time in lockdown
3 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan begins for the second time in lockdown

NL Times  

The fasting month of Ramadan starts today for approximately one million Muslims in the Netherlands. The CMO, an association representing 380 Dutch mosques, has called on Muslims to celebrate Ramadan at home. A few weeks ago reports were received that some mosques in the country had plans to admit worshipers before the 10 p.m. curfew start so that they could …

Muslims and non-Muslims in Australia on sharing the spirit of Ramadan
3 years, 11 months ago

Muslims and non-Muslims in Australia on sharing the spirit of Ramadan

ABC  

The month of Ramadan begins this evening, with Muslims all around the world fasting from dawn to dusk until May 11. A month for celebrating each other Ty Randle, who grew up in a Christian household, is celebrating Ramadan and Eid this year with his Indonesian Muslim partner, Diaswati Mardiasmo. "It's one of the most special month being a Muslim, …

Ramadan 2021 Date: All You Need to Know
3 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan 2021 Date: All You Need to Know

News 18  

Ramadan, also referred to as Ramzan, is celebrated by the people belonging to the Muslim community all over the world. People observe fast and pray in this holy month and also engage in humanitarian activities like feeding the underprivileged and helping the poor or those in need. It is believed that Ramadan is the commemoration of Prophet Muhammad’s first revelation …

Ramadan 2020: Date, importance, wishes, quotes, messages, and pictures
4 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan 2020: Date, importance, wishes, quotes, messages, and pictures

India Today  

Ramadan or Ramzan is recognised as the holy month when Muslims worldwide observe fasting from dawn to dusk. Ramadan 2020: Importance of fasting The basic idea of fasting is to practice self-restraint, a period of introspection, communal prayer, charity and reading the Quran. Ramadan 2020: Time of Fasting Sawm begins a few hours after the sighting of the moon at …

Ramadan: How coronavirus has changed the holy month for Muslims this year
4 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan: How coronavirus has changed the holy month for Muslims this year

CNN  

CNN — Thursday marks the start of the holy month of Ramadan for many Muslims. The Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem – Islam’s third holiest place – will also remain closed during Ramadan, the Jerusalem Islamic Waqf Council said Thursday. For Muslims, a big part of the holy month consists of special night prayers called “taraweeh,”which are held daily at …

How will the coronavirus pandemic change Ramadan for Muslims?
4 years, 11 months ago

How will the coronavirus pandemic change Ramadan for Muslims?

Al Jazeera  

What you should know about fasting, prayer, charity, health and Eid amid global lockdowns and mosque closures. “The religious authorities are definitely encouraging people to do their daily five prayers at home, and I think it really is within the family then to inculcate that spirit of coming together and praying,” Rozana said. 200324193745287 At Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, which …

Ramadan 2020: Why is it so important for Muslims?
4 years, 11 months ago

Ramadan 2020: Why is it so important for Muslims?

Al Jazeera  

The Muslim holy month is upon us once again, this year with many Muslim-majority nations under coronavirus lockdown. However, this year Ramadan will most certainly be a less festive time, amid the coronavirus pandemic as all nations, including Muslims ones, take precautions to curb the spread of the virus by banning or limiting social gatherings, and closing mosques. Saudi Arabia’s …

More than a billion Muslims anticipate 'sad and quiet' Ramadan in coronavirus isolation
4 years, 11 months ago

More than a billion Muslims anticipate 'sad and quiet' Ramadan in coronavirus isolation

ABC  

Some 1.8 billion Muslims around the globe will celebrate the most important month of the Islamic calendar very differently this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Key points: Communal meals to break the fast, known as iftars, will be nearly impossible Many may not be able to meet with their families to mark Eid Al-Fitr, the culmination of Ramadan Saudi …

Ramadan is a month of self-discipline but many Muslims remain divided over festivity excesses
5 years, 10 months ago

Ramadan is a month of self-discipline but many Muslims remain divided over festivity excesses

ABC  

With Ramadan underway, over a billion people around the world are now observing the holy month by fasting — a practice intended to encourage Muslims to reflect on their daily habits and spirituality through piety and self-discipline. Key points: Many people gain weight during the holy month due to elaborate iftar meals An Imam in Melbourne reminds Muslims to focus …

Month of Ramadan fasting for many Muslims begins Monday
5 years, 10 months ago

Month of Ramadan fasting for many Muslims begins Monday

Associated Press  

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Muslims in Southeast Asian countries like Indonesia and Malaysia, and much of the Middle East, including Egypt, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, will fast on Monday for the start of the month of Ramadan. The Ramadan fast begins with a pre-dawn meal called “suhoor” to prepare hungry stomachs for the long day ahead. At sunset, when …

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