The holy month of Ramadan begins for Muslims around the world
For 30 days, Muslims observing Ramadan will refrain from eating or drinking anything from sunrise to sunset.
The Muslim holy month of Ramadan began at sundown on Wednesday, as the faithful prepared for a month of dawn-to-dusk fasting intended to bring them closer to God and to remind them of the suffering of those less fortunate.
For 30 days, Muslims will refrain from eating or drinking anything from sunrise to sunset.
Many will strictly observe prayers, read the Quran, and donate to charity to draw closer to God. Family and friends will gather for joyful nightly feasts.
Muslims believe God began revealing the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad during Ramadan more than 1,400 years ago.
Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam and is required for all Muslims, though exceptions are made for young children and the sick, as well as women who are pregnant breastfeeding, or menstruating. Travelers are also exempt, including athletes attending tournaments away from home.
Those observing the fast must refrain from eating, drinking, and smoking from sunrise to sunset. They are also encouraged to refrain from cursing, fighting, gossiping, and road rage throughout the holy month.
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