What Is Ramadan And Why Do Muslims Have To Fast During This Period?
KEY POINTS
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is believed to be the time when the Qur'an was given to the Prophet Mohammed
Fasting, or abstaining from food or drinks, is perceived by Muslims as a means of connecting with God spiritually
The end of Ramadan or Eid al-Fitr will fall on May 13 this year
Ramadan, also known as the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is seen as one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims as it is believed to be the time when the Qur'an, or the holy scripture, was given to the Islamic Prophet Muhammed/ Mohammed.