As lunar months are shorter than solar, the Islamic calendar does not correspond with the Gregorian calendar followed in the West, so that means Ramadan occurs around 10 days earlier every year.
Chapter 2, Verse 185 of the Quran explains the purpose of the ritual: “The month of Ramadan is that in which was revealed the Quran; a guidance for mankind, and clear proofs of the guidance, and the criterion (of right and wrong).
In 2025, Ramadan is expected to start from Friday 28 February, and will conclude on the evening of Sunday 30 March, meaning Eid al-Fitr is likely to fall on Monday 31 March.
A saying familiar to many Muslims around the globe is, ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ which simply means ‘Blessed Ramadan’.
The month of Ramadan sees Muslims all over the world fasting and praying, before breaking their fast at sundown alongside family and friends.
