Ramadan 2023

Getty Through fasting, Muslims believe that their relationship with God will be strengthened, as it makes up one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Abstaining from eating and drinking (including water) is practiced from dawn to dusk, a time that should be devoted to strengthening one's relationship with God, increasing prayer, charity, and generosity, and intensifying the study of the Quran. Following the evening call to prayer, Muslims often gather in each other's homes and share a larger meal throughout the month before heading to bed (this is a continuation of the iftar). After a few hours of sleep, they wake up before sunrise to consume their first meal of the day, called suhoor, before starting all over again. Traditional Ramadan foods vary per country as well. In India, lentil dumplings in a yogurt sauce called dahi vadey are enjoyed. In China, a bread and mutton soup called paomo is popular. Diced vegetables in a salad paired with pita called fattoush is famous in Lebanon and Arab countries, while a doughy pastry known as Konafah is eaten in the Middle East.

A billion Muslims around the world are celebrating Ramadan. The month-long observance—which likely begins the evening of March 22 in 2023—sees Muslims fasting from dawn to sunset, reciting verses from the Quran and attending prayer sessions. For many of those observing Ramadan, it is a time to become closer to God. It is also a time of joy and for spending time with one’s family, and giving to charity and those in need. What is Ramadan and how is it observed? Ramadan is observed by Muslims to commemorate when God revealed the first chapters of the Quran, Islam’s sacred text, to the Prophet Muhammad. Muslims believe that during this period, the Muslims mark the holy month by fasting—considered to be one of the five pillars of Islam—during sunlight hours. The pre-dawn meal is called the suhoor, while the fast is broken at dusk with the iftar, traditionally starting with a few sips of water and some dates. During Ramadan, offices and schools in many Islamic countries shut early. How do you wish someone a Happy Ramadan? You can exchange Ramadan greetings by saying “Ramadan Kareem,” which in Arabic translates into “Have a generous Ramadan,” or “Ramadan Mubarak,” which roughly translates into “Happy Ramadan.” On the last day of Ramadan, which is Eid-al-fitr, the greeting changes to “Eid Mubarak.” Various Muslim-majority nations in Africa, Asia, and elsewhere use other greetings in their native languages. Does everyone have to fast? Not everyone must fast. Islam prescribes that a...

The holy month of Ramadan celebrated by over a billion Muslims worldwide commences Wednesday night, with a month-long observation full of fasting, charity and community services. Here are some key facts about the sacred month. When Does It Begin? The first of Ramadan is likely to fall on Wednesday evening March 22 with fasting to begin Thursday morning — all depending on if the moon is sighted. The month runs by the Islamic Lunar calendar which begins the at sighting of the crescent moon. Why is the month sacred? Muslims believe that the Quran, the sacred text, was first revealed to the last Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) over 1,400 years ago, What do Muslims do in Ramadan? Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, abstain from food, water and actions that pollute the soul. It is also a time where people prioritize prayer, spiritual reflection, charity and other acts of goodness. Fasting is known as one of the five pillars of Islam, the other four being declaration of faith, prayers, charity and the Hajj pilgrimage. According to What marks the end of Ramadan?

Eid-Al-Fitr is nearly here for 2023 (Picture: Getty/Credited below) This article contains affiliate links. We will earn a small commission on purchases made through one of these links but this never influences our experts’ opinions. Products are tested and reviewed independently of commercial initiatives. Many people will know about However, what many non-Muslims don’t realise is that the end of Ramadan is This is a time to celebrate with loved ones by hosting dinners, dressing up and exchanging gifts and money (Money gifted on Eid day is known as Eidi). ESPA Soothing Diffuser For those that host you on Eid day, or perhaps have hosted you for Iftar throughout Ramadan, this ESPA Soothing Diffuser makes a wonderful gift. Bringing the sanctuary of a spa into the home, it contains a blend of Rose Geranium, Myrrh, Frankincense and Sandalwood. The brand focuses on the benefits of aromatherapy to de-stress, restore and revive. With natural rattan reeds, and a neutral bottle, it’ll complement any home. Buy for £48 at John Lewis Gold Foiled Eid Mubarak Greetings Card Buying Eid cards, unlike many other festivals, isn’t as easy as popping into your local supermarket. Although we have seen retailers such as Marks & Spencer starting to stock cards for the occasion, it still isn’t the norm across the board. However, giving a card on Eid gives you space to write a meaningful message to loved ones, or just provides a home for your Eidi. We love these gold foiled elegant cards, with a sim...

A mosque is seen in front of the world's tallest building Burj Dubai during the Eid al-Adha holiday in Dubai, November 27, 2009. (File photo: Reuters) Eid al-Fitr is expected to be marked on the same date in Last year the holy month began on April 1. The Public holidays in 2023 After Eid al-Fitr there are officially five more occasions when UAE residents will be given one or more days off during the rest of 2023. Next up is Arafat Day, the second day of the week-long Hajj pilgrimage, set to take place in June, followed by Eid al-Adha, set to fall on the last weekend of June between June 28 and June 30. The next public holiday will mark the Islamic New Year on July 21, followed by Prophet Mohammed's birthday, with a public holiday on September 29. The holiday for the UAE’s 52nd National Day falls on December 2 and 3. In Saudi Arabia, residents can expect to enjoy a public holiday prior to Ramadan, with the country marking Saudi Foundation Day on February 22. After Eid al-Fitr, Saudi residents can expect about four days off for the Eid al-Adha holidays (June 27-30, to be confirmed), and a day off on September 23 to mark Saudi National Day. Read more: Also Read • Looking ahead to 2023: When is the UAE’s next public holiday? It is set to be a long weekend of festivities to mark the United Arab Emirate’s 51st National Day celebrations and the country’s Commemoration Day, ... • Ramadan will be observed twice in the year 2030: Saudi astronomer Muslims will observe the holy month ...

There are two official holidays in the Islamic faith: Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha. The formerbegins at the end of Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting that is also a time of prayer andchance to be with loved ones. The exact date of Ramadan changes from year to year because it's set using the lunar calendarwhich moves forward about 11 days each year. In 2030, it's predicted there will be Here's everything to know about the Muslim holy month in 2023. When is Ramadan 2023? In the U.S., Ramadan is expected to begin on Wednesday, March 22 and continue through April 21, ending in the celebratory Eid al-Fitr. Ramadan 2022: The day changes every year because it is setusing the What is Ramadan? Ramadan is a holy month designed for fasting, time withloved ones and prayer, including asking for forgiveness for sins. Muslims believe it was during this month God gave the Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad and told him he was in charge of carrying God’s message. Fasting is one of the pillars of Islam and an Eid al-Adha: LGBTQ Muslims speak out: The holiest night of Ramadan is What is Eid al-Fitr? Ramadan ends with Eid al-Fitr, which means Just curious?: When is Eid al-Fitr? Because the timing of the holiday is dependent on when the new moon is seen, Eid al-Fitr begins at a different time for different countries. It’s expected to begin sometime between

Day Sehar Dhuhr Asr Iftar Isha 1 23, Thu 05:06 AM 12:28 PM 03:53 PM 06:33 PM 08:33 PM 2 24, Fri 05:05 AM 12:28 PM 03:53 PM 06:33 PM 08:33 PM 3 25, Sat 05:04 AM 12:27 PM 03:52 PM 06:34 PM 08:34 PM 4 26, Sun 05:03 AM 12:27 PM 03:52 PM 06:34 PM 08:34 PM 5 27, Mon 05:02 AM 12:27 PM 03:52 PM 06:34 PM 08:34 PM 6 28, Tue 05:01 AM 12:26 PM 03:52 PM 06:35 PM 08:35 PM 7 29, Wed 05:00 AM 12:26 PM 03:51 PM 06:35 PM 08:35 PM 8 30, Thu 04:59 AM 12:26 PM 03:51 PM 06:35 PM 08:35 PM 9 31, Fri 04:58 AM 12:25 PM 03:51 PM 06:36 PM 08:36 PM 10 01, Sat 04:57 AM 12:25 PM 03:51 PM 06:36 PM 08:36 PM 11 02, Sun 04:56 AM 12:25 PM 03:50 PM 06:36 PM 08:36 PM 12 03, Mon 04:55 AM 12:25 PM 03:50 PM 06:37 PM 08:37 PM 13 04, Tue 04:54 AM 12:24 PM 03:50 PM 06:37 PM 08:37 PM 14 05, Wed 04:53 AM 12:24 PM 03:49 PM 06:37 PM 08:37 PM 15 06, Thu 04:52 AM 12:24 PM 03:49 PM 06:38 PM 08:38 PM 16 07, Fri 04:51 AM 12:23 PM 03:49 PM 06:38 PM 08:38 PM 17 08, Sat 04:50 AM 12:23 PM 03:48 PM 06:38 PM 08:38 PM 18 09, Sun 04:49 AM 12:23 PM 03:48 PM 06:38 PM 08:38 PM 19 10, Mon 04:48 AM 12:23 PM 03:47 PM 06:39 PM 08:39 PM 20 11, Tue 04:47 AM 12:22 PM 03:47 PM 06:39 PM 08:39 PM 21 12, Wed 04:46 AM 12:22 PM 03:47 PM 06:39 PM 08:39 PM 22 13, Thu 04:45 AM 12:22 PM 03:46 PM 06:40 PM 08:40 PM 23 14, Fri 04:44 AM 12:22 PM 03:46 PM 06:40 PM 08:40 PM 24 15, Sat 04:43 AM 12:21 PM 03:46 PM 06:41 PM 08:41 PM 25 16, Sun 04:42 AM 12:21 PM 03:45 PM 06:41 PM 08:41 PM 26 17, Mon 04:41 AM 12:21 PM 03:45 PM 06:41 PM 08:41 PM 27 18, Tue 04:40 AM...

The first day of fasting for the holy month of Ramadan in Mecca will be on Thursday, March 23, after Saudi Arabia – the birthplace of Islam – announced on Tuesday. Saudi Arabia’s top court on Tuesday declared that Wednesday would be the last day of the Islamic month of Shaban, which precedes Ramadan, according to the official Saudi Press Agency, meaning the holy month will begin on Thursday. Ramadan is determined by the Islamic lunar calendar, which begins with the How is the Ramadan moon sighted? For the moon to be visible, the crescent must set after the sun. This allows the sky to be dark enough to spot the small sliver of the new moon. After the sun sets, moon sighters face west, with a clear view of the horizon to look for the new moon. In Saudi Arabia, testimonies of people who have spotted the moon are recorded and the Judicial High Court decides when Ramadan should begin. (Al Jazeera) When does Ramadan begin in different countries? According to On the night of March 22, the new moon should be easily visible to the naked eye across many parts of the Middle East, North Africa, Western Europe and the Americas. The first fasting day is thus expected to be March 23 for those countries. The new moon could possibly be seen without optical aid if the skies are clear across Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Iran, Pakistan and South Africa. Indonesia and Malaysia will most likely need optical aid to see the moon. For those countries, if the moon is sighted, the first fasting d...