Ramadan

Ramadan Quick Facts - ZA

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Related Hashtags	#RamadanMubarak, #RamadanKareem
2020 Date	24 April 2020
2021 Date	13 April 2021

2020 Holidays & Dates

Ramadan (start) in 2020

Friday, 24 Apr

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Ramadan History

Ramadan (Arabic: رمضان‎ ) is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, during which, for a period of thirty days, Muslims abstain from eating, and drinking from sunrise to sunset. Muslims do this because it is a pillar of Islam, and obligatory for everyone. In other words, God decreed this entire month holy for Muslims so that they can increase their remembrance of life after death. Muslims also abstain from all bad deeds and habits, like smoking, swearing, backbiting, and disrespectfulness. Muslims reflect upon themselves, their religion, and the characteristics of God. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam. Fasting and abstaining from bad habits teaches Muslims self control, humility, and generosity. Ramadan is a time for charity, family, and good deeds. Muslims fast because they believe it is vital for spiritual health. Unlike the fast of Ashurah, the fasts of Ramadan are declared mandatory by God because like salah (praying towards Mecca), fasting helps Muslims maintain spiritual and physical health.

The month of Ramadan begins when the new moon of Ramadan is sighted and ends when the new moon of Sha'ban is sighted. Muslims also believe that devils are chained up during Ramadan.

Top Tweets for Ramadan -

#Ramadan will start in South Africa this evening. Tomorrow will be Day 1 of fasting. Wishing all Muslims a blessed month. Let’s remember to continue to assist the less fortunate also during this time. #RamadanMubarak https://t.co/7UYPzyQ1Dx
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) May 6, 2019

#Ramadan #RamadanKareem #Ramadan begins today and I would like to send my regards to those who observe it.
— Tumi Sole (@tumisole) May 6, 2019

4 Mistakes to avoid in Ramadan: 1. Getting Angry 2. Sleeping All Day 3. Fasting Without Prayer 4. Bad Language In Sha Allah we all benefit from this blessed month.
— Fay Haibe (@Fay_Haibe) May 3, 2019

Ramadan (start) Facts & Quotes

Ramadan comes from the word ramadaa, which means 'sunbaked' in Arabic. This is perhaps a reference to the pangs of hunger Muslims feel when fasting.
According to Islamic tradition, menstruating women, women who are experiencing bleeding after giving birth, people who are sick (either with short term or long term illnesses), and travelers are exempt from fasting. Pregnant women also have the option of skipping fasts.
In Islamic countries, when Ramadan ends and the crescent moon is first seen, people bang drums and give mighty shouts.
According to Sunnah belief, the Prophet Muhammad once said, There is no conceit in fasting.
O who believe, fasting is decreed for you as it was decreed for those before you; perchance you will guard yourselves (Quran, 2:183)

Ramadan Top Events and Things to Do

The fast is usually broken in a family setting, where traditional foods are served. Most Muslims begin their meal with a few dates and a glass of milk because the Prophet Muhammad used to do the same. The high sugar content of the dates sends energy to weary fasting Muslim, while the fiber in the dates and the protein in the milk fills them up and prevents nausea.
In Islamic countries, the end of the fast is signaled by a loud call to the sunset prayer. Most people eat a small meal, pray at the mosque, and then join their families for a large, festive dinner.