{"id":2090,"date":"2023-04-01T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-01T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/classroomforchange.com\/?p=2090"},"modified":"2023-11-21T16:05:43","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T16:05:43","slug":"a-teachers-guide-to-ramadan-and-eid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/classroomforchange.com\/a-teachers-guide-to-ramadan-and-eid\/","title":{"rendered":"A Teacher’s Guide to Ramadan + Eid"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Islam is one of the world’s largest religions, only second to Christianity. Ramadan is the Arabic word for the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. This year, Ramadan begins March 22nd and ends April 20th. Ramadan is a holy month observed by Muslims worldwide during which fasting, prayer, reflection, + community are practiced for 30 days. The Qur’an is read throughout the entire month, and charity, intention, + introspection also play an important role in the Islamic tradition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
During Ramadan, it is common practice for Muslims to fast during the day as well as refrain from impure thoughts and unhealthy behavior. Muslims believe practicing restraint in their desires brings them closer to Allah. Older children and those who are able-bodied fast from dawn to dusk. Age, health, pregnancy, and travel may exempt a person from fasting. At sunset, Muslims gather at home or at mosques to pray and break fast with a shared meal called ift\u0101r. Worship often continues at night in congregation at a mosque. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The end of the month marks the conclusion of Ramadan and the start of Eid al-Fitr, which translates to “the festival of the breaking of the fast.” Eid is a celebration that traditionally lasts about three days. The occasion is usually marked by sharing prayer in community. Celebrating with parties, food, new clothes, and gift giving is also common. Donating or giving charity to the poor is one way Muslims prepare for Eid al-Fitr before breaking fast with a special meal in celebration of the holiday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n