Ramadan 2020 - A holy month of Islamic Calendar

Introduction

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar of the Muslim community. Muslim religion considers this a holy month. According to the belief of Muslims, on the 24th night of this month, 'Shab-e-Qadr' had the 'Nuzul' (descent) of the Quran. Reading the Quran this month is considered auspicious. Quran is recited throughout the month in the prayers of Taraweeh. Those who don't read the Quran gets a chance to hear the Quran. The month of Ramadan is sometimes 29 days or 30 days. During this month Muslim people fast throughout the day, Whatever they eat before Sunrise is called 'Sahri'. During the day they don't even Drink Water. After Sunset, Whatever they eat called 'Iftari'.

History of Ramadan

As per the Islamic Calendar, In the year of Hijri on the order of God (Allah), Roja's meant compulsion. This month is called 'Shab-e-Kadar'. It is believed that on this day God (Allah) conferred his Quran with "Quran Sharif". Therefore, this month is considered sacred and fasting is done for God (Allah), which is performed by the eldest member of the Muslim family with full devotion. 

Importance of Ramadan

Ramadan is celebrated to arouse love and faith in God (Allah). Religious rituals kill social evils of the Society. Here holds the Great charity significance, which is called Zakat. It is necessary to do zakat for the poor. Also, Fitri is offered on Eid, which is also a kind of charity. This was the importance of Ramadan.

The glow of Ramadan is soon seen in Muslim society. The whole society celebrates unitedly. According to the religion of Islam, Muslim means "Muslim-e-Iman", which reinforces its faith. For which they have to fulfil certain rules with time only then they are called Muslims in real sense.

Believing in the existence of God (Allah), reciting Namaz, fasting, performing Hajj and zakat. After fulfilling all these responsibilities, according to Islam, the person is called a real Muslim. Ramadan is also called the month of Barkati. It brings happiness and wealth. Along with this, the Spirit of unity raise and mutual hostility is reduced.

Characteristics of Ramadan month

• Fast for a month
• Pray at night
• Namaz is performed at night
• People pray to God (Allah).
• Muslims during Ramadan, donate alms to the poor and feed the hungry ones.
• Thanking God (Allah), they celebrate Eid ul-Fitr on the first date of Shawwal after the passage of this period.

Ramadan Dates

Starting Date: 24th April 2020

Ending Date: 23rd May 2020