Why do the dates of Ramadan change every year?
Muslim communities across the globe mark Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, as a time of fasting (sawm), prayer, meditation, and togetherness. The annual Ramadan observance, which commemorates Muhammad’s first revelation and is considered one of Islam’s Five Pillars, lasts for about 29 days, counting from the first sighting of the crescent moon.… Read More: Why do the dates of Ramadan change every year? »