Reading Passage : Ramadhan - How do Muslims Fast this month
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| How Muslims Fast this month? |
Unit 6 – Lesson 6
📖 Reading: Ramadhan
Page 77 | Islamic Studies
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📚 Reading Passage
Ramadhan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting to recall the first revelation of the Glorious Quran to Muhammad (peace be upon him) according to Islamic belief. This annual observance is regarded as one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The month lasts 29–30 days based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon, according to numerous biographical accounts compiled in the hadiths.
Fasting in Ramadhan is obligatory for adult Muslims, except those who are travelling, elderly, pregnant, breastfeeding, or ill. Fasting the month of Ramadhan was made obligatory during the month of Sha'ban, in the second year after the Muslims migrated from Mecca to Medina.
While fasting from dawn until sunset, Muslims refrain from consuming food, drinking liquids, and smoking. Muslims are also instructed to refrain from sinful behavior that may negate the reward of fasting, such as false speech (insulting, backbiting, cursing, lying, etc.) and fighting except in self-defense. Food and drinks are served daily, before dawn and after sunset.
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Reading Passage: Ramadhan – How Do Muslims Fast This Month?
Ramadhan is a very special and important month for Muslims all around the world. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. During this month, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset as an act of worship and obedience to Allah.
What Is Fasting?
Fasting in Islam means not eating or drinking from dawn (Fajr) until sunset (Maghrib). Muslims also avoid bad behavior such as lying, arguing, or hurting others. Fasting helps Muslims learn patience, self-control, and kindness.
How Do Muslims Fast During Ramadhan?
Muslims wake up early before dawn to eat a meal called Suhoor. After that, they stop eating and drinking when the dawn prayer time begins. At sunset, Muslims break their fast with a meal called Iftar.
Many Muslims break their fast with dates and water, following the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Who Must Fast?
Fasting is required for adult Muslims who are healthy. However, Islam allows some people not to fast, such as:
- Children
- Sick people
- Travelers
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women
These people can make up the fast later or give charity instead.
Why Is Ramadhan Important?
Ramadhan is important because it is a time of worship, prayer, and reading the Qur’an. Muslims try to help the poor, give charity, and improve their behavior. It is also a time for family gatherings and community spirit.
End of Ramadhan
Ramadhan ends with a special celebration called Eid al-Fitr. On this day, Muslims pray together, wear new clothes, visit family, and share happiness.
Conclusion
Ramadhan teaches Muslims important values such as patience, kindness, and gratitude. Through fasting and worship, Muslims try to become better people and strengthen their faith.