Ramadan 2023 Start And End Dates: All You Need To Know About Holy Month Of Ramadan
Ramadan is the holiest month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims across the world. The festival is celebrated in the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The Arabic phrase “Ramadan Kareem” means to enjoy a blessed and happy Ramadan.
Muslim community observes fast from dawn to dusk. After the day is over, in the evening, they break their fast by eating meals, known as Iftar with family or friends. It is believed that by refraining from food and water throughout the day, one understands the pain and sufferings of other people and gets closer to the almighty God (Allah).
Ramadan 2023 Start And End Dates
The holy month of Ramadan 2023 is likely to begin on March 23, this depends on the sighting of the crescent moon and will last for four weeks and ends with Eid-ul-Fitr. Eid -ul-Fitr in India will be celebrated on Friday, April 21 or Saturday, April 22 depending on the sighting of the Moon.
Ramadan 2023 Schedule
When does Ramadan start?
Friday, March 24, 2023
How long is Ramadan 2023? 30 days (From March 24 to April 24)
When does Ramadan end? Sunday, April 23, 2023
When Is Laylat al-Qadr? On or around Tuesday, April 19, 2023
When Does Eid al-Fitr Start? Saturday, April 24, 2023
Here’s how Ramadan is observed
According to Islamic culture, the origins of Ramadan can be traced back to the seventh century, when the Prophet Muhammad received the first verses of the Quran, the holy book of Islam, during the month of Ramadan
During the holy month of Ramadan Roza (fasting) begins after sunrise and culminates with sunset Consumption of food and water is prohibited between sunrise and sunset. Interestingly, the days start with Fajr (prayer during dawn), followed by Zhuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (evening) and conclude with the Isha (night).
Muslims consume a pre-dawn meal called Suhur, and they break their fast by having Iftaar during this month.
Here’s the Ramadan 2023 Calendar with Sehri, Iftaar timings
Ramadan Timings 2023 Calendar, Sehri & Iftar Time
DATE SEHRI TIME IFTAR TIME
24 Mar 2023 05:01 AM 6:35 PM
25 Mar 2023 05:00 AM 6:36 PM
26 Mar 2023 04:59 AM 6:37 PM
27 Mar 2023 04:58 AM 6:37 PM
28 Mar 2023 04:56 AM 6:38 PM
29 Mar 2023 04:55 AM 6:38 PM
30 Mar 2023 04:54 AM 6:39 PM
31 Mar 2023 04:53 AM 6:39 PM
01 Apr 2023 04:51 AM 6:40 PM
02 Apr 2023 04:50 AM 6:40 PM
03 Apr 2023 04:49 AM 6:41 PM
04 Apr 2023 04:48 AM 6:42 PM
05 Apr 2023 04:46 AM 6:42 PM
06 Apr 2023 04:45 AM 6:43 PM
07 Apr 2023 04:44 AM 6:43 PM
08 Apr 2023 04:42 AM 6:44 PM
09 Apr 2023 04:41 AM 6:44 PM
10 Apr 2023 04:40 AM 6:45 PM
11 Apr 2023 04:39 AM 6:45 PM
12 Apr 2023 04:37 AM 6:46 PM
13 Apr 2023 04:36 AM 6:47 PM
14 Apr 2023 04:35 AM 6:47 PM
15 Apr 2023 04:34 AM 6:48 PM
16 Apr 2023 04:32 AM 6:48 PM
17 Apr 2023 04:31 AM 6:49 PM
18 Apr 2023 04:30 AM 6:49 PM
19 Apr 2023 04:29 AM 6:50 PM
20 Apr 2023 04:28 AM 6:51 PM
21 Apr 2023 04:26 AM 6:51 PM
22 Apr 2023 04:24 AM 6:52 PM
About the Holy month of Ramadan
According to Islamic culture, the origins of Ramadan can be traced back to the seventh century, when the Prophet Muhammad received the first verses of the Quran, the holy book of Islam, during the month of Ramadan. According to Islamic tradition, the revelation of the Quran to Muhammad began on the 27th night of Ramadan, a night that is known as Laylat al-Qadr, or the Night of Power. Muslims believe that Laylat al-Qadr is the holiest night of the year and that praying on this night is more valuable than praying for a thousand months.
The practice of fasting during Ramadan is based on the Quranic injunction to “fast for a fixed number of days”. Muslims are required to abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs during daylight hours throughout the month of Ramadan. The fast is broken at sunset with a meal known as iftar, which typically consists of dates, water, and a light meal. After the meal, Muslims perform the Maghrib prayer, the fourth of the five daily prayers in Islam.
Ramadan is also a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and charitable giving. Muslims are encouraged to read the entire Quran during the month, and many mosques offer daily prayers and study groups. In addition, Muslims are expected to give to charity during Ramadan, with many mosques and charitable organizations organising food drives and other initiatives to help those in need. More..