Ramadan[a][note 1] is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), communal prayer (salah), reflection, and community. [5] . It is also the month in which the Quran is believed to have been revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammad.

Jul 19, 2025 · For Muslims, Ramadan is a period of introspection, communal prayer (ṣalāt) in the mosque, and reading of the Qurʾān. God forgives the past sins of those who observe the holy month with fasting, prayer, and faithful intention.

Feb 26, 2025 · Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar; the month cycles through the seasons. The start of the month traditionally depends on the sighting of the crescent moon. …

Millions of Muslims across the world observe fast during the whole month of Ramadan as this is the most sacred month of the year in Islamic culture. The Arabic word ‘Ramad’ means heat or drought. So Ramadan symbolizes abstinence from eating anything and drinking water from dawn till dusk.

Mar 4, 2025 · Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam and is prescribed for Muslims as an act of worship and a form of spiritual purification through charity and good deeds. Fasting is meant to develop a...

Ramadan is that month for over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, a sacred period of fasting, prayer, and reflection. From dawn to sunset, Muslims refrain from food, drink, and sexual relations to focus on spiritual growth and self-discipline.

Oct 8, 2024 · Ramadan is a month dedicated to personal reflection, spiritual growth, and self-discipline. By fasting from dawn until sunset, Muslims develop patience, humility, and resilience, drawing closer to Allah through their devotion.

Oct 28, 2010 · 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 …

Apr 8, 2021 · Ramadan celebrates the date in 610 CE when, according to Islamic tradition, the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. During the month, Muslims the world over are called upon to renew their spiritual commitment through daily fasting, prayer, and acts of charity.

Ramadan is a month of intense spiritual rejuvenation with a heightened focus on devotion, during which Muslims spend extra time reading the Qur’an and performing special prayers. Those …