Sun Mar 30 16:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Ramadan Begins March 31st: Muslims Worldwide to Observe Holy Month of Fasting
**[City, State] –** Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community, will begin on March 31st this year. Muslims worldwide will observe the holy month by abstaining from food and drink from sunrise to sunset. Ramadan holds significant religious importance as it’s believed to be the month in which the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. This year’s observance marks a time for spiritual renewal and increased charitable giving. Many will exchange Ramadan greetings with family and friends during this period.
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