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Ramadan: Meaning, Practices, and Significance

1. What is Ramadan?

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered the holiest month in Islam. It is believed to be the month when the first verses of the Qur'an were revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

2. When is Ramadan?

Since the Islamic calendar is lunar, Ramadan begins and ends based on the sighting of the new moon. As a result, the exact dates change each year and vary by location.

3. Key Practices During Ramadan

Fasting (Sawm): Muslims fast from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib), abstaining from food, drink, smoking, and marital relations.

Pre-dawn Meal (Suhoor): A meal before dawn to provide energy for the fast.

Breaking the Fast (Iftar): The fast is broken at sunset, usually with dates and water, followed by a full meal.

Increased Worship: Many Muslims pray more, recite the Qur'an, and perform Taraweeh (extra night prayers in congregation).

Charity (Zakat & Sadaqah): Giving to the poor and helping those in need is