Ramadan
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The Importance of Fasting During the Month of Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It's believed it was the month when all holy scripture was revealed. From sunrise to sunset, Muslims cannot drink, eat, smoke or engage in sexual relations. The prohibition against drinking also extends to water as well. Most Muslims will usually engage in a predawn meal known as a suhore. This is consumed before the first prayer and is one of the two main meals which are consumed during Ramadan. After sunset, there is a corresponding evening meal known as an iftar. Depending on the country, the evening meal is often a feast with a neighborhood, local mosque, or it's eaten with your family.
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