Ramadan in Saudi Arabia is expected to begin on the evening of February 28 or March 1, 2025, and conclude around March 30 or 31, 2025. The exact dates will be confirmed based on the sighting of the crescent moon, which marks the beginning of the Islamic month.
Key Aspects of Ramadan in Saudi Arabia
1. Significance
Ramadan is the holiest month in Islam, dedicated to spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. Muslims believe that during this month, the archangel Gabriel revealed the Quran to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
2. Fasting and Daily Practices
- Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, abstaining from food, drink, smoking, and marital intimacy.
- The pre-dawn meal is called Suhoor, while the fast-breaking meal at sunset is Iftar.
3. Sehri & Iftar Timings
- Ramadan prayer and fasting times vary by city.
- For instance, on February 13, 2025, in Medina, the Sehri time is 05:37 AM, and Iftar time is 06:16 PM.
4. Public Observance
- Restaurants and public eateries remain closed during daylight hours.
- Non-Muslims are expected to refrain from eating, drinking, and smoking in public as a sign of respect.
- Work hours are typically reduced during Ramadan.
5. Religious Significance & Pilgrimage
Saudi Arabia is home to Islam’s two holiest sites:
- The Kaaba in Makkah
- The Prophet’s Mosque in Madina
These sites become centers of intense religious activity during Ramadan, drawing millions of worshippers.
6. Moon Sighting & Official Confirmation
- A committee of religious scholars and astronomers determines the official start date.
- The International Astronomical Centre predicts that the crescent moon may be visible by telescope on February 28, 2025, suggesting that most countries will start Ramadan on March 1.
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