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Ramadan and Fasting<\/h1>\n

In Arabic, the word \u0631\u0645\u0636\u0627\u0646 (Ramadan)<\/span> means \u201chottest\/most intensive.\u201d Some years ago, some scholars of the Qur\u2019an spread the word that, as the meaning of Ramadan being the hottest, therefore the fasting of Ramadan should always be practiced in August, the hottest month of the year (or a different hottest month in some part of the world)<\/span>. But they have overlooked the fact that the month of Ramadan is a lunar month. It begins with the new moon and ends with the next new moon, a lunar cycle that today can be accurately determined through astronomical knowledge as well as observed in nature. It concerns the intensity and heat of the moon and not the sun.<\/p>\n

In fact, it is extraordinary, Miraculous information that the intensity of the energy of the moon happens to be in its 9th month \u2014 something that science may not have found out yet. Thanks to Almighty Lord, through the FurQan<\/em>, today we know the reason the 9th month of the moon is called Ramadan, and for that reason, this month has been fixed for fasting. No doubt, the high level of energy helps the endurance for fasting. And as the lunar months vary every year, the fasting is not for a fixed period of the year. For this reason, it is that even in the hottest solar month, one bears the fasting better than the rest of the year. Moreover, for such reason it is that the Descent of the Qur’an<\/em> has taken place in this month.<\/p>\n

In the verse below, 2:185, the information concerning the Descent of the Qur’an<\/em> and the fasting is Brought together in the same verse. This shows their common denominator, the month of Ramadan, and its particularity as the most energetic month of the year.<\/p>\n

2:185 \u201cThe month of Ramadan is that in which the Qur\u2019an was Sent down, a Guidance for the people, and Proofs for the Guidance, and the FurQan<\/em>. So those of you who witness the month, shall fast therein, and if any one is sick or on a journey, then same number of other days. All\u2019h Desires the facility for you, He does not Desire the difficulty for you, and that you complete the number (of days)<\/span>, and that you Glorify All\u2019h in that He has Guided you, and that you may be thankful.\u201d<\/p>\n

In this Second Inauguration of the Qur’an<\/em>, 14 centuries after Prophet Muhammad, fasting is Prescribed also for the people of the 21st century, according to our time and circumstances. As you can see below, the Command for fasting begins with the sentence:<\/p>\n

Ya ayyohal lazina amenoo \u201dOh you who believe\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

(Refer to Miracles\/Some unknown facts<\/i><\/a><\/span>.<\/i><\/span>)<\/p>\n

Such a way of addressing people in a verse indicates and addresses people of the present time. It categorizes the subject mentioned therein, under the actual law, time and circumstances, and jurisdiction of places of residence.<\/p>\n

2:183 \u201cOh you who believe, fasting is Prescribed for you as it was Prescribed for those before you. That you may (learn)<\/span> self-restraint.\u201d<\/p>\n

For the era of Prophet Muhammad, there were changes in the law and rules of fasting to accommodate the circumstances of their time and the changing world (2:187)<\/span>.<\/p>\n

2:187 \u201cPermitted to you, on the night of the fasts, is the approach to your wives. They are your garments and you are their garments. All\u2019h Knows you wronged yourselves (betraying\/deceiving)<\/span>. But He Turned to you and Forgave you. So now associate with them and seek what All\u2019h has Prescribed for you, and eat and drink till the white thread of the dawn from the black thread is distinct to you. Then complete the fast by the night. And do not associate with them while you are retreating in the mosques. Those are the Limits of All\u2019h, do not approach them. In this way All\u2019h Makes clear His Verses\/Signs to men, that they may learn self-restraint.\u201d<\/p>\n

As mentioned in the section of Salat<\/a>, the practice of rituals in the Religion of the Creator, (daily Salat<\/span>, monthly Zakat, yearly Fasting, once-in-a-lifetime Hadj) is a training session of exercises for strengthening and stabilizing the system of connection between the brain and the cells, which is the cause of a strong immunity system and will power over the body and spirit. This is the basic benefit of the rituals, besides other innumerable benefits to the Spirit and body.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Fasting<\/h3>\n

As for fasting, the key words are self-restraint and discipline. It is the use of strong willpower in patience and perseverance, preventing, suppressing, and controlling one\u2019s desires. Fasting has always been known to bring enormous benefits to both body and mind. Today, modern science continues to discover and confirm many of these benefits, revealing that fasting is not only a spiritual practice but also a powerful means of restoring balance and health. Among the benefits are:<\/p>\n