Muslims fast for a month during Ramadan, which falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by Muslims around the world. It lasts for 29 or 30 days, depending on whether or not it is a leap year. This year, Ramadan began on May 5th and will end on June 4th. During this time, Muslims abstain from eating and drinking between sunrise and sunset to show their devotion to God. The end of Ramadan marks Eid al-Fitr, which means “festival of breaking the fast” in Arabic.
Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan?
In Islam, fasting is one of the five pillars – or central tenets – that are practiced by all Muslims as part of their faith. Fasting takes place during Ramadan to commemorate when Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation from God through Angel Gabriel in 610 AD. Fasting is intended to help Muslims learn self-control and practice patience with others.
