The Blessed Month
Ramadan — a month of mercy, mercy and forgiveness.
A complete guide to the ninth month of the Hijri calendar — its meaning, fasting rules, daily rhythm, Laylat al-Qadr, and the duas that shape its nights.
Countdown to Ramadan 1448 AH
Wednesday, 17 February 2027
Estimated first day — subject to local moon sighting.
What is Ramadan
The ninth month of the Hijri year
Ramadan is the month in which the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Muslims worldwide fast from dawn to sunset, striving in worship, generosity, and self-restraint.
شَهْرُ رَمَضَانَ الَّذِيَ أُنزِلَ فِيهِ الْقُرْآنُ هُدًى لِّلنَّاسِ
“The month of Ramadan in which was revealed the Quran, a guidance for mankind.” — Quran 2:185
Four pillars
How Muslims spend Ramadan
Sawm (Fasting)
Abstain from food, drink, and intimacy from Fajr to Maghrib with the intention (niyyah) of worship.
Quran
Ramadan is the month in which the Quran was revealed. Recite, reflect, and complete a khatm if possible.
Qiyam & Taraweeh
Stand in night prayer behind the imam or on your own — a hallmark of Ramadan nights.
Sadaqah & Zakat
Give generously. The Prophet ﷺ was most generous in Ramadan. Pay Zakat al-Fitr before Eid prayer.
A day in Ramadan
From Suhoor to Taraweeh
A gentle rhythm that shapes the day around worship.
Before Fajr
Suhoor
Eat a light, blessed pre-dawn meal. Never skip it — there is barakah in it.
Fajr
Begin the fast
Pray Fajr and start your day with dhikr and Quran.
Morning
Quran & work
Dedicate time to recitation and reflection alongside your daily duties.
Afternoon
Rest & dua
Preserve energy, avoid idle speech, and increase in istighfar.
Maghrib
Iftar
Break your fast with dates and water, make dua — a moment of accepted supplication.
Isha
Taraweeh
Pray Taraweeh, ideally in congregation, then close the night with witr.
Fasting rules
What breaks the fast — and what doesn't
Breaks the fast
- Eating or drinking intentionally
- Intentional vomiting
- Menstruation or postnatal bleeding
- Sexual intercourse during fasting hours
- Deliberately swallowing anything reaching the stomach
Does not break the fast
- Eating or drinking by forgetfulness
- Involuntary vomiting
- Rinsing the mouth (without swallowing)
- Using miswak or brushing teeth
- Taking a shower or swimming
This is a general guide. For personal circumstances (illness, travel, pregnancy, medication), consult a qualified scholar.
The Last Ten Nights
Laylat al-Qadr — better than a thousand months.
Hidden within the last ten nights of Ramadan, the Night of Decree is when the Quran began to be revealed. Worship on this one night is greater than eighty-three years of devotion.
لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ خَيْرٌ مِّنْ أَلْفِ شَهْرٍ
“The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months.” — Quran 97:3
- A calm, peaceful night — neither too hot nor too cold
- The sun rises the next morning without strong rays
- Most likely on the odd nights of the last ten (21, 23, 25, 27, 29)
- Worshippers feel unusual tranquility and sweetness in ibadah
Zakat al-Fitr — closing the month with generosity
An obligatory charity paid by every Muslim — including on behalf of dependents — before the Eid prayer. It purifies the fast from any shortcomings and ensures no Muslim is left without joy on Eid day.
Who
Every Muslim with a surplus of food
How much
≈ one sa' of staple food (~2.5–3 kg)
When
Before the Eid al-Fitr prayer
Duas of Ramadan
Prayers to keep close
Intention for fasting (Niyyah)
نَوَيْتُ صَوْمَ غَدٍ عَنْ أَدَاءِ فَرْضِ رَمَضَانَ هَذِهِ السَّنَةِ لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
I intend to fast tomorrow of the obligation of Ramadan this year for the sake of Allah, the Most High.
Dua at Iftar
ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ
The thirst has gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills.
Dua of Laylat al-Qadr
اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي
O Allah, You are Most Forgiving, and You love forgiveness — so forgive me.
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