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| August 12, 2010 | Muslims observe Ramadan with prayers at mosques | |
New Delhi:Muslims marked the beginning of the holy Islamic month of Ramadan with prayers at various mosques on Thursday. In Delhi hundreds of devout Muslims gathered at the Jama Masjid, to commence their month-long Roza after relishing
the traditional Sehri. In Islamic tradition, Ramadan is an auspicious month in
which devout Muslims observe a fast from dawn to dusk everyday and worship and
study the Holy Quran. Ramadan is the ninth month and is considered the holiest
one as per the Islamic lunar calendar, the beginning of which depends on the Imam
sighting the New Moon through the naked eye. Muslim residents in Delhi were seen
eating their Sehri on Thursday morning outside the mosque. "The month of Ramadan
is a very holy one and it is meant for fasting and prayers. During this month
Allah accepts our prayers. We ask for His blessings. Allah has given us the opportunity
to serve Him during this month," said Mohammed Javed. During Ramadan, Muslims
are forbidden to indulge in worldly acts or think improper thoughts. They also
cannot indulge in offensive gestures or utter unkind words during this period.
Muslims buy meat and vegetables for their evening feasts known as Iftaar. Observing
Ramadan is said to strengthen one's character. Eid al-Fitr, Islam's prime festival
signifies the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with lavish meals and presentation
of gifts. |
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