Informations about ramadan 2017

What is Ramadan Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and the month of fasting for Muslims. Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam; the others are confession of faith, five daily prayers, Zakah (almsgiving) and Hajj (pilgrimage to Makkah) . Ramadan starts upon the sighting of the moon, which is largely determined by the Crescent Committee of Canada. Why Muslims Fast Fasting in Ramadan is a main pillar of Islam that helps Muslim grow closer to the One God, Allah. According to the Qur’an “Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed to those before you, so that you may learn self-restraint”. Fasting, which is recognized for its health, spiritual and psychological benefits, is considered by Muslims as a means to improve their moral characters and provides an opportunity for a spiritual renewal. Purpose of Fasting The real purpose of fasting is not to make us hungry and thirsty, or to dep...