Ramadan Mubarak – “Blessed Ramadan”
to COMHAR’s Muslim Team Members, Members, Families,and Friends of COMHAR
Ramadan began after sundown on Friday, Feb. 28, with the sighting of the crescent moon and ends on Saturday, March 29, or Sunday, March 30, depending on the sighting of the moon. Eid al-Fitr, the celebration that marks the end of Ramadan, is expected to be observed on Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31.
The holy month is a moment of spiritual connection, community, prayer and reflection. Muslims partake in several religious activities during the time, including fasting from dawn to sunset every day, a tradition that dates back more than 1,400 years. Muslims often break their daily fast during Ramadan with “iftar,” an evening meal often shared with family and friends. Some people are exempt from fasting, such as young children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, elderly and the ill. The month encourages Muslims to engage in a period of introspection and connectivity, with communal meals and prayers. Muslims are encouraged to donate to charity.
Ramadan Mubarak! COMHAR hopes your Ramadan is going well for those who observe!