Instead of partaking in the central practice of this observance, the sick and elderly must donate food to the poor.
Instead of partaking in the central practice of this observance, the sick and elderly must donate food to the poor. Observers must begin their days with the oath, or niyyah, otherwise their actions are seen as invalid. During this religious period, the point when the angel Gabriel began to recite scripture is marked by the Night of Power. It involves practicing sawm before the consumption of dates begins iftar, the evening meal. A group prayer is performed after the new moon is sighted, marking the end of this period on Eid al-Fitr. For 10 points, name this ninth Islamic month which involves daily fasting.
Instead of partaking in the central practice of this observance, the sick and elderly must donate food to the poor.
Ramadan