Here are the official Ramadan 2023 dates

Ramadan 2023 is expected to begin in the UK on Thursday, March 23, according to astronomy calculations. The precise Ramadan 2023 dates will be determined by the sighting of the crescent moon on the evening of Wednesday, March 22. News outlet Hamari Web predicts that the new moon will be visible in the UK on March 22. Additionally, Hamari Web predicts that Eid Al Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan 2023, will take place on April 22.

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, abstaining from food and drink. It is estimated that there are over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide, and over 3.9 million people adhere to Islam in the UK. The Muslim population in the UK has increased by 44% in the past decade, with 39% of Muslims living in the “most deprived” areas of England and Wales. Muslims make up approximately 6.5% of the population in England.

What are the Ramadan 2023 dates in North America?

In addition to the UK, countries including the US, Canada, and Morocco are also expected to begin fasting on March 23. The Fiqh Council of North America has announced that North American countries will celebrate the first day of Ramadan on March 23. Astronomers predict that Ramadan will begin on March 23 in Morocco, but this may vary depending on the sighting of the moon. The Islamic calendar is based on the phases of the moon and is approximately 10 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar.

When does Ramadan end in 2023?

Ramadan lasts between 29-30 days and always ends with the arrival of Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Fitr, which translates to “festival of breaking the fast,” will fall on Friday, April 21, and end on the evening of April 22. Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims, during which the Quran was said to have been revealed to Prophet Muhammad by God. It is a month of fasting and abstaining from impure things for the mind and body, according to the Muslim Hands Organisation.

Why is Ramadan important?

Ramadan is one of the most important and holy months of the Islamic calendar. It is observed by Muslims worldwide as a time for spiritual reflection, increased devotion, and self-discipline. During this month, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs as an act of worship and as a reminder of the suffering of those less fortunate.

How is the date for Ramadan determined?

The exact date of Ramadan is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon, and it begins on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is considered a time of purification and spiritual renewal, and Muslims engage in additional prayer, charitable acts, and increased reading of the Quran during this time. The fast is broken each evening with a meal called Iftar, and the month culminates with Eid al-Fitr, a festive holiday marking the end of the fast.

How is Ramadan celebrated?

Ramadan is not only a time of personal reflection and devotion, but it is also a time for community gatherings and social events. In many Muslim countries, the streets are filled with people shopping, enjoying traditional foods, and engaging in nightly prayers and festivities. Families gather for large meals, and it is a time for giving and sharing with those less fortunate.

The history of Ramadan dates back to the time of Prophet Muhammad, who received the first revelations of the Quran during this month. It is believed that during one of the last 10 nights of Ramadan, the Quran was revealed to the Prophet over the course of several years. This period is known as Laylat al-Qadr, or the Night of Power, and it is considered the holiest night of the year for Muslims.

Throughout history, Ramadan has been a time of solidarity and unity for Muslims worldwide. It is a time to put aside differences and come together in worship and community. Today, Ramadan is observed by millions of Muslims across the world, and it is a time for reflection, devotion, and celebration.

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