Articles - RAMADAN

RAMADAN FLAVORS IN TURKEYRamadan is the ninth month of the lunar calendar, during which Muslims fast. When this beautiful month arrives, streets and homes are decorated, and special preparations are made for the “iftar” tables (the meal that marks th..

THE SPIRIT OF RAMADAN IN THE OTTOMAN EMPIREThe Ottoman Empire had a rich and colourful tradition of preserving Islamic practices and integrating them into its cultural life. During the month of Ramadan, these traditions became even more colourful, tu..

EXPERIENCING RAMADAN THROUGH THE LIFE OF THE PROPHET The life of the Prophet Muhammad is an example that all Muslims strive to follow. Understanding revelation and performing acts of worship in the best possible way becomes meaningful by looking at h..

EID AL-FITR Eid al-Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is one of the most important religious holidays celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community and..

MUBARAK RAMADAN It fills me with great excitement to have this article published during the holy month of Ramadan and to have the opportunity to write about the most precious time of the year for Muslims. Since you are perusing this article, it impli..