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While the previous lessons introduced the Five Pillars, this lesson examines three of them — Sawm (fasting), Zakah (charitable giving), and Hajj (pilgrimage) — in greater depth, exploring their spiritual significance, practical details, and impact on Muslim life.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. It is the month in which the Qur'an was first revealed to Muhammad through the angel Jibril.
"The month of Ramadan [is that] in which was revealed the Qur'an, a guidance for the people." (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:185)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| Before dawn (Suhoor) | Muslims eat a pre-dawn meal to sustain them through the day |
| Fajr to Maghrib | No food, drink, smoking, or sexual relations |
| During the day | Increased prayer, Qur'an recitation, and good deeds |
| Sunset (Iftar) | The fast is broken, traditionally with dates and water, followed by a meal |
| Night (Tarawih) | Special additional prayers performed in congregation during Ramadan |
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