China’s ruling Communist party has for years restricted Ramadan fasting in Xinjiang, which is home to the Muslim Uighur community. As much as possible, be respectful when discussing Ramadan 2016 so that you can show to your kids that you are practicing what you are trying to teach them.
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Sadden said one of the most hard parts of the fast is not necessarily abstaining from food, but going without water until sunset.
Ramadan is an Arabic word meaning ‘scorching heat/dryness’. It falls on Thursday July 7 this year.
UK Muslims are facing the longest Ramadan fast in 33 years.
Muslim scholars have also issued a fatwa stating that students who have exams in Ramadan may defer their fasting to later days. In addition, there are certain groups who are not required to fast, like the sick, young and elderly. The recommended foods to eat for both a healthy suhur and iftar include fruits and vegetables, rice, and lean meats.
Fasting during this holy month teaches self-control, discipline and inspires awareness of those who are less fortunate. The faithful either fast additional days later in the year, or provide help to those in need. “It’s a great time for Muslims to reflect inwardly and to thank God for all our blessings”. There is also a fast from physical desires and emotions.
It’s a great way to purify your body, heart and soul.
Fasting occurs from dawn to dusk and is considered one of the Five Pillars that are the fundamental religious duties of Islam.
“Ramadan reminds all of us to show appreciation for the countless blessings we enjoy and to put the needs of others before our own”.
Ramadan is meant to better the morality and character of those taking part, and Muslims make a personal commitment to develop positive traits and thoughts. It is believed the Holy Qur’an was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad during this month.
At the end of Ramadan, the fast is broken and celebrated during a three-day holiday called Eid. So that said, there can be a one-day error depending on when the new moon is first spotted. Eid al-Fitr is known as sweet Eid.
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As Summer approaches and the weather gets hotter and hotter, most students would want to indulge in sweet and tasty treats.
