🌙 Ramadan Countdown
February 8, 2027
About Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community. During Ramadan, observant Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, refraining from eating, drinking, and other physical needs. The fast is broken each evening with the iftar meal, often beginning with dates and water. Ramadan ends with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.
The Significance of Ramadan
Ramadan commemorates the first revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad. The last ten days of Ramadan are considered especially holy, with Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power) falling in the odd nights, believed to be the night the Quran was first revealed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Ramadan start on a different date each year?
The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, approximately 11 days shorter than the Gregorian solar calendar. This means Ramadan shifts approximately 11 days earlier each year.
Who is exempt from fasting during Ramadan?
Those who are ill, elderly, pregnant, breastfeeding, menstruating, or traveling are generally exempt from fasting. Children are not required to fast until puberty.