As the world welcomes the sacred month of Ramadan in 2025, Muslims across the globe are preparing for a period of profound spiritual reflection, fasting, and community bonding. This ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar is a time when millions come together to purify their souls, strengthen their faith, and connect with their communities.
Ramadan 2025 is expected to start on the evening of February 28, contingent upon the sighting of the crescent moon.
- In countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, if the moon is sighted on February 28, fasting will begin on March 1.
If the moon remains unseen, Ramadan will commence on March 2. In India, the moon sighting is scheduled for March 1, with fasting potentially starting on March 2 if the crescent is observed.
The Islamic calendar is lunar-based, with each month beginning after the new moon is sighted. This practice makes the start of Ramadan variable each year, typically advancing by about ten days annually in the Gregorian calendar.
The moon sighting is a pivotal event, as it dictates the commencement of fasting and other religious observances associated with Ramadan.
- In the United States, Ramadan 2025 begins on February 28, with the first fast observed on March 1. The timings for Sehri and Iftar vary by city due to geographic differences, so Muslims consult reliable sources like IslamicFinder for precise schedules.
- In India, Pakistan, and other South Asian countries, local moon-sighting committees will announce the official start date based on their observations. If the crescent is seen on March 1, Ramadan will begin on March 2; otherwise, it will start on March 3.
Ramadan is a month of fasting, prayer, and self-discipline. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, starting with a pre-dawn meal called Sehri and breaking their fast with Iftar at sunset.
This period is meant to purify the body and mind, eliminate bad habits, and achieve ‘taqwa’ or God-consciousness.
The month culminates in the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, a major Islamic holiday marking the end of the fasting period. Eid is a time for family gatherings, charity, and gratitude, symbolizing the completion of a spiritual journey.
As Ramadan approaches, Muslims worldwide are preparing spiritually and physically. Many engage in acts of charity, increase their prayer and recitation of the Quran, and focus on building stronger bonds with their families and communities.
Ramadan 2025 is a time for spiritual growth, community bonding, and personal reflection. As Muslims embark on this sacred journey, they are reminded of the importance of compassion, forgiveness, and self-improvement.
- Whether in Saudi Arabia, India, the U.S., or anywhere else, Ramadan brings people together in a shared experience of fasting, prayer, and devotion.
