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[quote][i]contd:[/i] [green]September 2008/Ramadan 1429 AH The Blessed Month of Ramadan The Christian festival of Lent and the Jewish festival of Yom Kippur are also times of fasting, although the fasting practices of each religion might be different from one another. Food in Ramadan Since Ramadan is a special time, Muslims in all parts of the world prepare certain favourite foods during this month and share it with their neighbours, friends and family. It is a common practice for Muslims to break their fast at sunset with dates (iftar), following the custom of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This is followed by the sunset prayer (Magrib), dinner, late evening prayer (Isha), followed by the fasting prayer (Taraweeh). The Spirit of Ramadan & Eid-ul-fitr The end of Ramadan is marked by a three day celebration period known as Eid-ul-fitr, the festival of fast-breaking. It is a joyous time beginning with a special prayer and accompanied by celebration, socialising, festive meals and gift giving. Providing for the Poor When Ramadan ends, Muslims give charity in a locally prescribed amount, calculated to feed the poor. This is known as fitra and is meant as another reminder of the suffering endured by many. It is compulsory on all Muslims to pay fitra, so in return the poor can celebrate Eid-ul- Fitr along with the rest of the Muslims. Many Muslims also take this occasion to pay the annual alms which are due to the poor and needy, known as ‘zakah’ (2.5% of savings). Glossary of Terms Ramadan—Month of Fasting Sawm—Fasting Muhammad (pbuh)— Final Prophet of Allah PBUH—Peace be Upon him Suhoor—Breakfast (pre-fast) Iftar– Dinner (opening of the fast) Eid-ul-fitr—The Festival of Fast-breaking Laylat-ul-Qadar—Night of Power/Night of Destiny Zakah—Charity (2.5% of savings) Quran—Holy Islamic Book Fitra—Charity distributed at the end of Ramadan Mosque—Islamic place of worship Ramadan & Eid Mubarak! etÅtwtÇ `âutÜt~ Fasting in other Religions The Christian festival of Lent and the Jewish festival of Yom Kippur are also times of fasting, although the fasting practices of each religion might be different from one another.[/green][/quote]
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