The month of Ramadan traditionally begins with a new moon sighting, marking the start of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. Fighting is not allowed during this period. It is considered to be the most holy and blessed month. The word “Ramadan” is derived from an Arabic word for intense heat, scorched ground and shortness of food and drink. Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, which consists of 12 months and lasts for about 354 days. Some school authorities may issue requests on or prior to Ramadan, asking staff members at all schools within a district to help Muslim students perform their fasting ritual. Some schools for students of Islamic faith may hold special events to welcome Ramadan. Some Islamic centers and organizations actively take part in charity events and activities such as giving basic necessities, including food and clothing, to the homeless or donating school equipment to schools. Ramadan is also a month for acts of charity. Some Muslims recite the entire Qur’an by the end of Ramadan through special prayers known as Tarawih, which are held in mosques every night of the month, during which a section of the Qur’an is recited. People of Islamic faith are encouraged to read the entire Qur’an during Ramadan. It is a time of self-examination and increased religious devotion. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars (fundamental religious duties) of Islam. Ramadan is a month of fasting for many Muslims in the United States. Photo of the throngs of Islamic faithful who gather about the Kabat ushering Ramadan Mubarak, the month of generosity, and introspection rewarding those who can fast in obedience to Allah so as to motivate the observant to be sensitive to the circumstances and plight of the less fortunate.
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