Ramadan

2008 CALENDAR OF IMPORTANT ISLAMIC DATES
Aashura: January 18, 2008
Ramadan: September 1 - September 29, 2008
Eid ul-Fitr: September 30, 2008
Hajj: December 6 - December 9, 2008
Eid ul-Adha: December 8, 2008
Islamic New Year: December 29, 2008 (1430 A.H.)

2009 CALENDAR OF IMPORTANT ISLAMIC DATES
Aashura: January 7, 2009
Ramadan: August 21 - September 19, 2009
Eid ul-Fitr: September 20, 2009
Hajj: November 25 - November 28, 2009
Eid ul-Adha: November 27, 2009
Islamic New Year: December 18, 2009 (1431 A.H.)

2010 CALENDAR OF IMPORTANT ISLAMIC DATES
Aashura: December 27, 2009
Ramadan: August 11 - September 8, 2010
Eid ul-Fitr: September 9, 2010
Hajj: November 14 - November 17, 2010
Eid ul-Adha: November 16, 2010
Islamic New Year: December 7, 2010 (1432 A.H.)

2011 CALENDAR OF IMPORTANT ISLAMIC DATES
Aashura: December 16, 2010
Ramadan: August 1 - August 29, 2011
Eid ul-Fitr: August 30, 2011
Hajj: November 4 - November 7, 2011
Eid ul-Adha: November 6, 2011
Islamic New Year: November 26, 2011 (1433 A.H.)

The ninth Holy Month of the Islamic calendar where Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Holy Quran. The month occurs a few days earlier each year.

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim year which follows a lunar calendar. Each month begins with a sighting of the moon's crescent and lasts 29 or 30 days until a sighting of the next month's crescent.
The month of Ramadan commemorates the days when the Angel Gabriel imparted the wisdom of the Koran, Islam's holy book, to the Prophet Mohammed.

It is during this month that Muslims fast. It is called the Fast of Ramadan and lasts the entire month. According to Sharia, or Islamic law, all adult Muslims must fast during the holy month. Only the sick, pregnant and nursing women, and travelers are exempt. This makes the fasting a worldwide phenomenon observed by the devoted among the world'sMuslims as one international community.

It is a time for inner reflection, devotion to God and self-control.

Islam uses a lunar calendar, each month begins with the sighting of the new moon. The lunar calendar is about 11 days shorter than the solar calendar, Islamic holidays "move" each year.

fasting where Muslims abstain from all food, drinks and cigarettes from dawn to dusk.

Ramadan 2005 will begin on October. 4th or 5th

Ramadan is a "month of blessing" marked by prayer, fasting, and charity.

Ramadan retains its focus on self-sacrifice and devotion to Allah (God).

Fasting
Muslims practice fasting, for the entire month of Ramadan. Nothing by mouth including water and cigarettes during daylight hours. Fasting is one of the Five Pillars (duties) of Islam. As with other Islamic duties, all able Muslims take part from about age twelve.

During Ramadan in the Muslim world, most restaurants are closed during daylight hours. Families get up early for a meal eaten before the sun rises, known as suhoo. After the sun sets, the fast is broken with a meal known as iftar. Iftar usually begins with dates and sweet drinks that provide a quick energy boost.

Fasting serves many purposes. While they are hungry and thirsty, Muslims are reminded of the suffering of the poor. Fasting is also an opportunity to practice self-control and to cleanse the body and mind. And in this most sacred month, fasting helps Muslims feel the peace that comes from spiritual devotion as well as kinship with fellow believers.

It is a time of worship and contemplation. A time to strengthen family and community ties

The sighting of the new moon at the end of Ramadan heralds the celebration of Eid ul-Fitr.

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