A look at Ramadan and how Muslims observe the holy month
Ramadan 2026 is expected to start around Feb. 18-19, with start dates varying due to moon sightings or calculation methods, affecting global Muslim communities.
- Ramadan is a holy month observed by Muslims through increased worship, reflection, charity and fasting from dawn to sunset.
- During Ramadan, Muslims typically congregate at mosques, read the Quran and provide meals to those in need.
- The start date of Ramadan varies annually due to Islamic authorities using different methodologies to determine the new month.
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More than a billion Muslims around the world will begin the fasting month of Ramadan at sunset today, with the first day of fasting on Thursday. The fast will last 29 days, until sunset on March 19, followed by Eid al-Fitr. Ramadan is the ninth month of the year in the Muslim calendar, dedicated to fasting, increased socializing, communal meals and prayers.
Ramadan ushers in a month of fasting, worship and charity for Muslims, in photos
Muslims worldwide will begin daily fasting from dawn to sunset as Ramadan starts, marking a period of worship, reflection and charity. The holy month, the ninth in the Islamic lunar calendar, brings families together for meals to break the fast.…
Ramadan UK 2026: When Holy Month starts and what to know about moonsighting - The Mirror
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and a very important time for Muslims. During this holy month, worshippers will fast from dawn until dusk, pray, and give to charity.
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