Rabat – astronomers and scholars expect Ramadan to start in Saudi Arabia on March 1st.
The news channel Al Sharq quoted Abdullah bin Sulaiman Al Mana, a member of the Senior Scholar Council and consultant at the Saudi Royal Court, and said that Ramadan will take 29 days this year, citing astronomical calculations.
He said The Ramadan will begin on March 1, as the last day of the current Islamic month, which Sha’ban will take 29 days.
The Saudi Arabia Supreme Court must confirm the official date for Ramadan after a few days or on the eve of Ramadan.
While RamadanMuslims from dawn to sunset. This means that you are prohibited during fasting times of food, drinking, smoking and even chewing gum.
Certain groups may exceptions from fasting. These include people with medical recipes due to chronic diseases and pregnant women.
Children who have not reached puberty can also eat. In many countries, however, children are encouraged to experience fasting over 10 experience at the age of 10 and their families.
In Saudi Arabia, the locals break the fast (iftar) as with many Muslims around the world with data with water or milk.
The main dishes, which are prepared in IFTAR in Saudi Arabia, are often rich in carbohydrates, including Kabsa and Biryani, with fried baked pastries with hearty filling.
Sambusa is usually filled With seasoned potatoes, cheese or other similar ingredients.
Luqaimat or small fried balls are also among the usual in Saudi iftars.
Ramadan, the ninth and holiest month in Islam, is a time for dedication, with additional prayers in addition to the daily, mentioned Taraweeh. The prayers follow Isha prayer and combine Muslims around the world that flock to the mosques of their country.
Charity organization called Zakat is also highly recommended in the holy month.
