Maldivians welcome holy month of Ramadan
After communal feasts and traditionally extensive preparations, Maldivians joined Muslims around the world today to begin observing rituals of the holy month of Ramadan.
06 Jun 2016, 9:00 AM
After communal feasts and traditional preparations, Maldivians joined Muslims around the world today to begin observing rituals of the holy month of Ramadan.
The Islamic ministry officially determined that Monday will be the first day of Ramadan after several Islamic countries announced the sighting of the new crescent moon last night.
The lunar month is expected to last 30 days.
During Ramadan, all adult and able-bodied Muslims are enjoined to fast from dawn to dusk, abstain from bodily pleasures, and focus on self-reflection, prayer, and charity.
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