Dos And Don'ts during Ramadan 2024

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Manuj Yadav

This year, the holy month of Ramadan 2024 will begin on March 12 and will end after four weeks with Eid-ul-Fitr on April 11, 2024.

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Dos Pray at least five times a day, and offer extra prayers for more rewards.

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Offer as much Zakat (charity) as possible to the poor and underprivileged during the holy month of Ramadan.

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Start your Ramadan fast with Sehri at dawn and end the fast with Iftar after dusk.

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Recite the holy book of the Quran, memorise it, and evaluate the verses they read.

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Muslims are encouraged to practice Dhikr, which is praying to Allah and expressing gratitude.

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Be polite and patient while observing a fast. Muslims should seek the well-being of their families while praying.

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Muslims are encouraged to maintain celibacy throughout this pious period and engage in prayers to strengthen your bond with Allah.

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Don'ts While fasting in the month of Ramadan, Muslims are not allowed to eat or drink water before the Maghrib Azan post sunset.

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Consuming alcohol/smoking or forcefully vomiting invalidates the fast.

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Ramadan emphasizes self-improvement, so avoid arguing, fighting or negativity and focus on fostering peace and positive interactions.

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If you are fasting during Ramadan, listening to music is not acceptable.

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Focus on good things and avoid any feelings of hatred or bitterness as it can nullify your fast. Avoid using foul language while fasting.

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Avoid keeping fasts if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or having a menstrual cycle.

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Don’t miss prayers or delay breaking a fast, during the holy time of Ramadan.

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