Ramadan is undoubtedly one of the holiest times in the Islamic calendar and is followed by millions of Muslims around the world. During this month, believers engage in daily fasting, prayer and spiritual reflection.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and during it Muslims fast from dawn until sunsetThey also cannot drink liquids, smoke or have sexual relations during those hours.
It should be noted that, depending on the time change and the dates, fasting may be longer due to daylight hours. In Spain, Abstinence can last from 10 to 14 hoursdepending on the month.
It is a time to focus on spirituality, charity and solidarity. The main purpose of fasting is to allowing believers to focus on their relationship with Allahand the practice is seen as an opportunity to purify the body and soul.
The month of Ramadan is believed to be when the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Additionally, fasting and prayer are practices that date back to the early days of Islam, with Ramadan becoming a holy month as early as the 7th century.
Lasts approximately 29 or 30 daysdepending on the observation of the lunar calendar, and the exact date of the beginning of Ramadan changes every year, as it begins with the moon in its waxing phase. At the end of Ramadan is celebrated with Eid al-Fitra holiday that marks the end of fasting and is celebrated with prayers, gift exchange, and feasting.
Beyond daily fasting, Ramadan also involves a focus on prayer and reflection. Believers They pray 5 times a dayattend the mosque more frequently and spend more time reading the Quran.
Believers are also encouraged to be charitable and supportive of those in need during Ramadan, and many Muslims make donations and participate in community relief projects.
Among the believers of this religion, sick people, women on their period, pregnant or lactating women, and children do not practice this practice.
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