Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar and is regarded as the holiest month in Islam. It is a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and spiritual growth for Muslims around
In recent decades, global religious demographics have shifted in notable ways. Among the world’s largest religious communities, Islam has emerged as the fastest-growing major religion, according to extensive demographic research by the Pew
Sha‘ban is the eighth month of the Islamic calendar and holds great spiritual value as it comes just before the blessed month of Ramadan. It is a time of preparation, reflection, and increased
Shab-e-Barat (شبِ برات), also known as Laylat-un-Nisf min Sha‘ban, is a blessed night in Islam that falls on the 15th night of the Islamic month of Sha‘ban. It is widely observed in South
Dam (دم) in Hajj and Umrah refers to a compensatory sacrifice—usually a sheep or goat—that a pilgrim must offer if they miss an obligation (wajib) or break certain rules during Hajj or Umrah.
