What are the traditional practices for the month of Ramadan?

Published as Ramadan and Fasting (12/15)

· 24 Shaʻban 1434 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

What are the traditional practices for the month of Ramadan?

Answer

Many practices can be seen in various cultures and ethnical groups. However, the following practices are universal among all Muslims.

1.Suhoor, i.e. Waking up before dawn to eat something before the commencement of the fast.

2.Iftaar, i.e. Breaking the daily fast with a drink of water and dates at dusk.

3.Tilaawah, i.e. Qur’an Recitation. Most Muslims recite 1/30th of the Holy Qur’an every night so as to complete reciting the entire Holy Qur’an during the month.

4.giving of alms and charity are highly recommended during this month.

Questions about this ruling, answered only from the archive with sources.

Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.

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