All About Ramadan 2012

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Ramadan is a time of great religious observance for Islamic people. It occurs during the ninth month of Islamic calendar and in 2012; it will begin on Saturday, July 21 and will continue for 30 days until the end of Ramadan on Sunday, August 19. Muslims around the world celebrate Ramadan to commemorate Allah revealing the Quran. During this time, they do not eat or drink anything from sunrise to sunset, while learning patience and humidity. Muslims unite in a period of fasting and spiritual reflection. The annual fast of Ramadan is considered as one of the five pillars of Islam and these pillars are the obligatory acts for all Muslims across all continents. Muslims throughout the world anticipate the arrival of holiest month with Ramadan.
Ramadan commemorates the month in which Qu'ran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

All observe the practice of sawm and this period of fasting is a dedication to God. Ramadan 2012 is one of the most important events in Islamic culture. During Ramadan, those fasting will repent for their sins and pray to ask for forgiveness from God. The fasts have both spiritual significance ...
... and physical effects. Ramadan fast is vigorous and there are special rules and requires physical fitness to participate in the fast. Muslims are encouraged to read and reflect on God's guidance. This fasting is called as sawm and no one except those who are exempt from fasting can eat or drink anything. They must avoid non-religious activities and keep their mind pure from sunrise to sunset. Muslims complete four prayers throughout the day and at night, Qur’an was revealed, known as Laylat al-Qadr. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims along with fasting, participate in pious activities such as charitable giving. For them, Ramadan 2012 is a time of intense spiritual renewal, reflection and devotion to Allah. The evenings are spent engaging in prayer and spiritual reflection, enjoying family meals and reading from Qur’an.

After Ramadan, those who have participated in praying, reading the Quran and fasting are supposed to be cleansed. At the end of Ramadan, Muslims observe a three-day celebration called Eid al-Fitr. For more information http://www.day-finder.com/ramadan-2012.html