Article

All you need to know about Ramadan Kareem 2018

Topic: Spiritual GrowthPublished July 20, 2018

Legacy signals

Legacy popularity: 662 legacy views

The Ramadan Kareem 2018 time table have been officially confirmed. This time the holy month will be blazing, and the hours of fasting long. According to Ramadan 2018 uae time table this year Muslims most sacred month of Ramadan will be expected to start on Monday according to This year Ramadan is still strongly expected to start On or around Thursday 17 May(Hijri) and probably end to Saturday 16 June 2018(1437).

What is Ramadan? And why it is so important for Muslims

Ramadan is the most religious month for Muslims in Islamic Culture. During this month, Muslims fast, abstain from smoking, eating and drinking between sunrise and sunset. Expecting woman, nursing mothers, children,and sick people are exempt from fasting. Ramadan is not only the month for avoiding food and water but it is also a very important month for Muslims. Ramadan is the time when Quran was first released to the prophet Mohammed (PBUH). Throughout Ramadan month, people do extra taraweeh at the mosque , and recites Quran (The holy book )everyday. Fasting is the foundation of Islamic religion and Ramadan is considered as the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. Whole Ramadan is a time to spend on reciting prayers, to cleanse your past sins and to worship Allah through good deeds. In reality, We sent the Quran down amid the Night of Decree. What's more, what can influence you to know what is the Night of Decree? The Night of Decree is superior to a thousand months. The holy messengers and the Spirit plummet in that by consent of their Lord for each issue.

How long the holy month last?

Ramadan lasts for one month. The moon sightseeing decide the duration. These Days, astronomical calculations have taken more seriously than old age tradition of moonlighting to find the Ramadan dates.

What are the five pillars of Islam?

Test of faith- the Shahada

It is the most important expression of muslim beliefs. This Pillar state that” believe in one god and his prophet Muhammad. Sacred devotion to allah is the only god and Muhammad (PUBH) as his messenger.

Prayer-Salat

To pray at the needed five times a day. Go to masjid to recite five time prayers called Namaaz. It is not compulsory to go in a mosque to pray; they can pray anywhere buy to pray face towards Mecca. Usually on Friday Muslims go to mosque to listen to sermon(Khutba) and to pray.

Zakat

Zakat is the third pillar of islam. Zakat taught muslims to share a certain amount of their wealth to charity to those who are less fortunate.

Fasting in Ramadan

During the month of ramadan, muslims are expected to fast. As mentioned above everyone is required to fast, however there are exceptions made for the elderly, sick, and pregnant mothers, all are free to refrain from drinking and eating during fasting hours.

Trip to Mecca

All Muslims are compelled to do the Mecca(Hajj) . in this people surround around Kaaba 7 times. If Muslims are capable of doing hajj then they should do once in a lifetime.

Does everything close during the day?

Many restaurants and cafes remain open in Ramadan, however may have different or shorter opening times. Restaurants or eatery places that are open during the day time in Ramadan are supposed to have panels or curtains in place to hide people drinking and eating from those fasting.

Additional things to avoid during the holy month in Dubai ?

It Is essential for everyone to behave and dress properly and appropriately during the ramadan. These rules are not for only those who fast in ramadan, it is also for those who aren’t fasting they should also take care of their clothes are covering shoulders, knees and chest.rnIf you are travelling to Abu Dhabi or Dubai this Ramadan, don't think much about missing out things to do and attractions as most places remain open, buy needs only little advance planning to have right work around shortened times. Non-muslims are not supposed to fast during this holy month. They should despite that respect the month and avoid eating at public places especially during fasting hours. In fact many restaurants put curtains to cover the dining areas from public view. Cops do arrest people eating or consuming alcohol publicly. They give a warning to non-Muslims as it shows disrespect for other religion and if someone neglect the warning they could be prosecuted. rnNon-muslims should follow the advice of wearing appropriate dress during the month of ramadan. This rule run throughout the month of ramadan in Dubai.No one is allowed to wear swimwear in public places like beaches.

Working hours During Ramadan

Working hours are lessen by two hours under UAE labour laws. This law also applies on Non-muslims. School timings also reduced by some hours during the ramadan Month.

Popular if-tar dishes in Ramadan Kareem 2018

Milk and dates

After breaking fast with date and a glass of water, most muslims in dubai choose to fill their stomach with fruit juices, milk and sugary dates, not only this give them instant energy buy also it is a symbolic sway to start to open the fast.

Harira

Hariai is a Moroccan-style soup made of lentils, lamb and chickpeas. It is a very good and ideal food to eat after long fasting. It contains high protein and fibre and the best thing is that it is very delicious.

Malfoof

Malfoof is a morsel consist of Bulgar wheat and rice generally covered with leaves of cabbage. It is also good in taste and give your stomach pleasure. You will fill instant energy and fullness after eating this in a meal.rnMost joyble part for children is at this festival get a gift. After reading these details about Ramadan Kareem 2018 now you must understand the importance of the holy month. Let's promise Allah this Ramadan to make yourself a better human being to achieve a place in jannah.

Further reading

Further Reading

4 total

Article

To answer your question, let’s study the following words of Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an Enlightened being, very carefully. He says: “This puzzle has come about on its own, governed by the laws of science. I am telling you that this world is run only by Scientific Circumstantial Evidences. In Gujarati, I call it 'Vyavasthit Shakti'... It is all run by scientific circumstantial evidences. The whole world is run by this energy. These words are not easy to understand, unless

March 9, 2026

Article

How Srimad Bhagavatam Guides Daily Spiritual Living In the modern world, people often search for meaning, balance, and inner peace while navigating the pressures of daily life. Many struggle to find guidance that goes beyond temporary solutions and touches the deeper aspects of human existence. Ancient spiritual texts provide insights that address these concerns, and among the most revered of these texts is the ISKCON Srimad Bhagavatam . The Srimad Bhagavatam, also known as t

March 4, 2026

Article

Introduction: The Radiance of Krishna’s Wisdom In a fast-paced, often chaotic world, we all seek clarity, inspiration, and inner light. The Gita Glow represents the transformative power of Krishna’s wisdom—the kind that illuminates life from within. Derived from the Gita Saar , this glow is not physical but spiritual and mental, guiding one to live with purpose, balance, and joy.rnKrishna’s teachings are timeless, applying to students, professionals, parents, and seek

October 24, 2025

Article

It has been more than 5000 years now since the Lord Krishna’s existence. Yet, even today people worship him with utter reverence and take his name with so much of adoration in their heart. Why? He had sixteen thousand queens and He lived a royal and luxurious worldly life. Yet, He is worshipped as God. Lord Krishna is worthy of worship and that is why He is respected. One should not respect anyone who is not worthy of worship. Lord Krishna should be worshipped with respectf

August 14, 2025