“The month of Ramadan is that in which was revealed the Quran; a guidance for mankind, and clear proofs of the guidance, and the criterion (of right and wrong). And whosoever of you is present, let him fast the month, and whosoever of you is sick or on a journey, a number of other days. Allah desires for you ease; He desires not hardship for you; and that you should complete the period, and that you should magnify Allah for having guided you, and that perhaps you may be thankful.” Surah 2:185
Essential Information
Ramadan begins when the moon (hilal) is directly observed in your region. It also ends when the new moon is sighted in your region.
From sun up to sundown, Muslims abstain from food, drink, intermarital relations, as well as negative behavior and language.
It can last 29 or 30 days.
The 2020 prayer schedule can be found here
Muslims are encouraged to read the entire Qu’ran over the 30 days. Reading schedule can be found here
Eid Ul-Fitr is the celebration of the completion of Ramadan. Remember to pay your Eid tax, which can be done online.
Fasting is first, and foremost, for Allah (SWT).
The following dua can be said while breaking fast at Maghrib:
”Allahumma inni laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa alayka tawakkaltu wa ala rizq-ika-aftartu”
”O Allah! I fasted for You and I believe in You and I put my trust in You and I break my fast with Your sustenance.”
Ramadan is broken down into three, 10-day increments:
First ten days: Mercy
Second ten days: Forgiveness
Third ten days: Freedom from the hellfire
Muslims should be encouraged to increase their charity, spend time with their families, and increase their rememberance of Allah (SWT).
