Ramadan

Preparations for fasting month both hard and emotional for Ukraine's Muslim population following Russian invasion.

“The war affected us badly and we are struggling to survive – my business has entirely stopped. “Now we live hiding when we hear sirens. Displaced by war, many are also far from their homes, community support networks and friends – yet, they are determined to make the most of the festive period. But then Russia occupied Crimea in 2014 and we understood that we could not continue our religious activities so we left. My people were deported previously by [Soviet leader Joseph] Stalin and my grandparents and parents always had dreams to go back,” she said. Muslims make up about one percent of the population of Ukraine, a predominantly Ukrainian Orthodox Christian country by religion.

Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by Muslims globally.

As well as travellers, and children who have not yet reached puberty. Among many others, Ramadan is also one of the five pillars of Islam. The pillars are key practices that Muslims are obligated to fulfill throughout their lifetime. The holy month of Ramadan has arrived, a month where Muslims find a sense of peace, spiritual healing and test their strength and devotion to God.

The holy month begins with a sighting of the new moon based on the Islamic lunar calendar, after which religious authorities will declare the start of Ramadan.

“I would like to wish all Muslims in Singapore a meaningful fasting experience and to fill the month with good deeds and deep spirituality,” he said. “May this blessed month shape us to be successful Muslims in this world, and may God bestow upon us his blessings in the hereafter.” “This means that tomorrow (Saturday) is the 30th day of the month of Syaaban. As such, I am pleased to declare that the beginning of Ramadan for 1443H falls on Sunday, Apr 3, 2022.”

April sees the start of the Muslim festival of Ramadan. The Arabic name for the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, it is considered to be the holiest ...

You are however permitted to receive a Covid vaccine during the hours of fasting. Fasting lasts between the hours of sunrise and sunset. During fasting hours, you are unable to eat or drink, including water. Ramadan is expected to start around the evening of Saturday, April 2 or Sunday April 3, and end on May 1 or 2. One of the main rules is fasting, where you must not eat or drink anything during sunlight hours. Ramadan 2021 for example started closer to mid-April, while 10 years ago, it started in the latter half of July.

The holy month begins and ends around the crescent moon, a symbol used in Ramadan decorations. So, what are some traditions observed by Muslims during Ramadan ...

It also begins Shawwal, the 10th month on the Islamic calendar. This year, Ramadan will begin on the evening of April 1 and will end on the evening of Sunday, May 1. Chewing gum is also prohibited during the fast.

Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Muslims (with some exceptions) are required to fast during this whole ...

Take a look at these foods that are rich in water content and can help with much-needed relieve during the hot days of April this year.

It is believed that the reason for not drinking water is that it is just one of the many gifts we take for granted in life. Take a look at these foods that are rich in water content and can help with much-needed relief during the hot days of April this year. The holy month of Ramadan is here and Muslims all over the world celebrate the holy month by fasting.

Ramadan 2022 moon sighting live updates: The crescent of Ramadan is first sighted in Saudi Arabia and some parts of India along with some Western countries.

In many countries, it is that time of the year already when Muslims across the world are gearing up to sight the crescent moon of Ramadan 2022 tonight. The date for Ramadan, also known as Ramazan or Ramzan, changes yearly because the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle hence, its starting and end date depends upon the sighting of the crescent moon. This year, Ramadan may begin in India from the evening of April 2 or 1 Ramadan 1443 AH with the first fast being observed on April 3, 2022, depending upon the sighting of the crescent moon.