Ramadan
What do Muslims try to read more of in Ramadan?
The Quran
What does growing "Semeni" (sprouted wheat) symbolize?
prosperity and renewal
Which ancient religion is associated with the origins of Novruz?
Zoroastrianism
Which countries celebrate Novruz besides Azerbaijan?
Turkiye, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan etc.
Which Central Asian country celebrates Novruz with horse races and wrestling competitions?
Kazakhstan
What is the meal at sunset called?
Iftar
What is the meaning of the word "Novruz"?
New Day
When was fasting during Ramadan officially established?
624 CE
In which country do people decorate their hands with henna for Eid celebrations?
India or Pakistan
In which country do people gather at the Blue Mosque for special Ramadan prayers?
Turkiye
What food in the Quran does it say to start and break your fasts with?
Dates
What does the round shape of Shekerbura and Pakhlava symbolize?
Moon and Stars
Which country started the tradition of firing a cannon to signal Iftar?
Egypt
In which country do people light thousands of lamps in mosques during Ramadan?
Turkiye
In which Southeast Asian country is it a tradition to visit family and ask for forgiveness on Eid?
Malaysia
What is the night called that is better than 1,000 months?
Laylat -al -Qadr
What is the name of the tradition which includes listening to your neighbour's doors?
eavesdropping
When was Novruz established as a festival?
(which empire)
The festival was established in the Achaemenid Empire (around the 6th century BCE)
What international organization recognizes Novruz as a cultural heritage?
UNESCO
In which African country is "Ftour" the term used for Iftar, and people enjoy a soup called "Chorba"?
Algeria
What is the meaning of the word "Ramadan" in Arabic?
a)becoming hot
b) becoming thirsty
c) becoming hungry
The word Ramadan derives from the Arabic root R-M-Ḍ (ر-م-ض) "scorching heat", which is the Classical Arabic verb "ramiḍa (رَمِضَ)" meaning "become intensely hot"
Which four elements are celebrated on each Tuesday before Novruz? (say them in correct order)
water, wind, fire, land
What country recognizes Novruz as an official holiday along with Easter and Christmas?
Albania
What other spring holidays do you know?
Holi (Festival of Colors) – A Hindu festival celebrated in India and Nepal, symbolizing love, spring, and the victory of good over evil.
Cherry Blossom Festival (Sakura Matsuri) – Celebrated in Japan, welcoming spring with beautiful cherry blossoms and picnics under the trees.
Which country has one of the longest fasting hours due to its location near the Arctic Circle?
Norway