RAMADAN
A month in the Islamic calendar where Muslims fast.
What is Ramadan?
Muslims do not ___ or ___ during Ramadan
Eat or drink
What does suhoor mean?
Pre-dawn meal
In Islamic tradition, what is the significance of the sighting of the crescent moon to determine the start of Ramadan?
It marks the beginning of the lunar month, which is used to determine the Islamic calendar.
In which country is the city of Mecca located, where Muslims perform the Hajj pilgrimage and which holds special significance during Ramadan?
Saudi Arabia
How long is Ramadan?
29-30 days
Which pillar of Islam is fasting during Ramadan?
The 4th pillar
Is it sunnah to eat during suhoor?
Yes
What is the term for the voluntary night prayers performed by Muslims during Ramadan?
Taraweeh prayers
Which country is known for its vibrant Ramadan bazaars, where people gather to shop and eat special foods in the evenings?
Malaysia
What is locked up during Ramadan?
Shaitan
Who is exempt from fasting during Ramadan? (Give at least three answers.)
Children, those who are pregnant, people with health conditions, the elderly, breastfeeding mothers, and travelers, and those having their periods
Ramadan is the month of... (don't say fasting lol)
Mercy! It is sunnah to ask people for forgiveness during Ramadan
What is the Islamic ruling regarding fasting for individuals who are ill or traveling during Ramadan?
They are exempt from fasting but are required to make up the missed fasts at a later time
In which North African country is the city of Casablanca located, where Ramadan is observed with traditional customs and practices?
Morocco
How do Muslims know when Ramadan begins?
By moon sighting
What is breaking your fast called in Arabic?
Iftar
What significant event took place in Ramadan?
The holy book of Islam, the Qur'an, was revealed.
What is the significance of the pre-dawn meal (Suhoor) during Ramadan?
It provides sustenance for the day's fast and is considered a blessed time for prayer and reflection
Which country is known for its colorful lanterns and festive decorations during Ramadan, especially in cities like Cairo and Alexandria?
Egypt
Which phase is the moon in when Ramadan starts?
Waxing crescent. This crescent can be observed before the new moon
When is it impermissible to fast?
The day before Ramadan and on Eid al-Fitr
What is laylatul Qadr? When in Ramadan is it?
It's the night the Qur'an was revealed. It's one of the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan
What is the significance of the meal that breaks the fast (Iftar) during Ramadan?
It symbolizes the end of the day's fast and is often shared with family and friends, fostering a sense of community.
In which country is the city of Istanbul located, where Ramadan is observed with special foods like Turkish delight and baklava?
Turkey