Why is Ramadan Celebrated? History, Significance, and Traditions Explained

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Why is Ramadan Celebrated? History, Significance, and Traditions Explained

Ramadan 2024

Ramadan is one of the holiest months for all the Muslims around the world. This year also Ramadan will be celebrated with great joy and fervour all around the world. The date for Ramadan 2024 is from 10 or 11 March 2024 to 9 April 2024. Followed by the. Eid Ul Fitr. Today in this article we’ll comprehensively discuss the history of Ramadan, its importance and how it is celebrated and why Ramadan is celebrated

 

History of Ramadan?

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The practice of fasting in Ramadan is very old in the religion of Islam. According to the beliefs of the Islamic religion, when Mohammed Saheb ( Islamic Prophet ) got the knowledge of the holy book of Islam Quran Sharif in the year 610 AD, since then the month of Ramadan has been considered the most important month of the religion of Islam. It started being celebrated as a holy month. One of the main reasons for this month being sacred for the religion of Islam is that according to the Quran, the Prophet was chosen by Allah as his messenger. Therefore, this month is special and sacred for every person of the Muslim community in which fasting is considered mandatory for everyone.

 

 

Why is Ramadan celebrated in Islam?

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According to the beliefs of Islam, the month of Ramadan is the month of self-control and restraint? Therefore, the main reason for fasting by the Muslim community in the month of Ramadan is to understand the pain and suffering of the poor . According to Islamic beliefs, by fasting in the month of Ramadan, the pain and suffering of the poor living in the world is felt. Restraint during fasting means keeping the eyes, nose, ears and tongue under control. Because during fasting neither hear bad, see bad, speak bad nor feel bad. In this way, the fasting of Ramadan teaches the Muslim community to maintain self-control along with their religious devotion as well as to give up bad habits. Along with this, it is also believed that the sins of those fasting during summer get burnt in the fire of incense. And the mind becomes pure and all bad thoughts go away from the mind during fasting.

 

 

 

 

Five Pillars Of Ramadan

Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam and is also associated with the principles of charity, earning good deeds and showing generosity. The five other pillars of Islam include having true faith in religion, offering namaz, giving zakat i.e. charity and performing Hajj.

 

What does Roza mean in Islam?

Roza in Islam means fasting. In the Muslim religion, fasting means that they do not eat or drink anything from dawn to sunset. During fasting, Muslims have to stay away from worldly things and concentrate on the development of their soul. Keeping Roza means that Muslims should pray 125 times  in the month of Ramadan and they should stay away from wrong and inhuman acts. During the fast they abstain from all food items like food, water, smoking and sex.

 

 

 

How is Ramadan celebrated?

During fasting in the month of Ramadan, the Muslim community does not consume food or refreshments throughout the day. Also, during this period, consumption of bad habits like cigarette, tobacco is strictly prohibited. Fasting people eat some food before sunrise, this time is also called Suhoor (Sehri) by the Muslim community. Whereas the food consumed by the fasting people in the evening after fasting throughout the day is named Iftar. During the month of Ramadan, fasting people break their fast by eating dates, because Islamic beliefs suggest that the Messenger of Allah was asked to break his fast by eating dates. And since then, fasting people eat dates in Iftar and Sehri. Apart from this, eating dates is also beneficial for health. According to science, dates help in curing stomach problems, liver and other weaknesses, hence dates are consumed by fasting people. This month of Ramadan ends with Eid-ul-Fitr , also known as Meethi Eid. This day is a day of joy for all the people of the Muslim community, on this day they wear new clothes and go to the mosque or Eidgah and offer namaz there and thank God, and hug and congratulate each other.

 

So this was all about Ramadan 2024, we hope you enjoyed the article. Ramadan is a month of great celebration and connection with divine and it gives you  chance to be your  better self.

 

 

 

FAQs:-

1. What is Ramadan?
– Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.

 

2. When is Ramadan in 2024?
– Ramadan in 2024 is expected to start on either 10th or 11th March and will last until 9th April, followed by Eid-ul-Fitr.

 

3. Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan?
– Muslims fast during Ramadan as an act of worship and obedience to Allah. It is believed to teach self-discipline, empathy for the less fortunate, and spiritual growth.

 

4. What are the rules of fasting during Ramadan?
– Fasting during Ramadan involves abstaining from food, drink, smoking, and marital relations from dawn (Suhoor) until sunset (Iftar). Exceptions are made for the elderly, sick, pregnant, menstruating women, and travelers.

 

5. What is Suhoor and Iftar?
– Suhoor refers to the pre-dawn meal eaten before the fast begins, while Iftar is the evening meal that breaks the fast at sunset.

 

6. Why do Muslims break their fast with dates?
– Muslims traditionally break their fast with dates because it was a practice of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and is considered Sunnah. Dates provide instant energy, hydration, and essential nutrients after a day of fasting.

 

7. What is Laylat al-Qadr?
– Laylat al-Qadr, or the Night of Power, is considered the holiest night of the year in Islam. It falls within the last ten days of Ramadan and is believed to be the night when the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad.

 

8. Can children participate in fasting during Ramadan?
– Children are not required to fast until they reach puberty. However, many children begin practicing fasting for shorter periods to gradually prepare for full-day fasting as they grow older.

 

9. What is Zakat al-Fitr?
– Zakat al-Fitr is a form of charity given by Muslims at the end of Ramadan before Eid prayers. It is obligatory for those who can afford it and is intended to purify those who fast from any indecent act or speech and to help the needy.

 

10. How is Eid-ul-Fitr celebrated?
– Eid-ul-Fitr, or the Festival of Breaking the Fast, is celebrated with special prayers, feasting, giving gifts, and acts of charity. It marks the end of Ramadan and is a time of joyous gatherings with family and friends.

 

 

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