What is Ramadan?
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. During this
blessed month, Muslims around the world observe fast during the daylight hours
and abstain from drink, food, and other physical needs. Fasting is one of the
five pillars of Islam. During this blessed month Muslims observe strict fast
and spend most of their time to worship Allah, reading Quran and asking Allah
for forgiveness of sins. Also during this month people will strengthen their
ties with family and friends. Ramadan is a time to purify the soul, practice self-discipline and
sacrifice.
When is Ramadan / eid ul fitr 2016?
Ramadan / eid ul fitr 2016 will
start on 7th June, 2016 Monday and will continue until 6th
July, 2016 Tuesday in India
Since Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, the date of ramadan may vary from country to country based on the sighting of moon. In international (Gregorian) calendar, the dates vary from year to year drifting approximately 11 days earlier each year.
Benefits of Fasting in Ramadan:
Keep us out of bad habits
Allah says about fasting person, "He has left his food, drink, and desires for my sake. The fast is for me. So I will reward for it and the reward for good deeds is multiplied ten times"
Muslims will realize the importance of Hunger and Thirst
Reduces the level of cholesterol in the body
Taqwa will increase
Muslim practices good habits, good manners, and good speech
The gates of paradise are opened
The gates of hell are closed
Devils are chained
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