Ramadan Celebration Calendar, History, What To Do & Not To Do, And Wishes/Messages 2023

The Ramadan celebration is here! 💃🏼

I for one, can not wait to celebrate with my brothers and sisters! Can you?

Ramadan is that Holy one month period where we fast, pray and stay sacred. A celebration that is observed to remember and honor the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) receipt of the Holy Qur’an. While this is a beautiful celebration to observe, it is important that we also understand what really we are celebrating, the history of the season, what we should do during the fasting period, what not to do for our prayers to be acceptable, and also have within our reach, wishes and messages that we could share with our friends, family, spiritual leaders amidst others. Stay with me!

What Is Ramadan?

The Ramadan celebration is a grand celebration observed by the Muslims around the world in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. It is that time of the year where you refrain from a number of things including eating between dawn and musk, bad habits, negative thoughts, etc, keeping in mind to also have outdoor fun activities with family, neighbors, friends, and colleagues.

In this Month, Muslims are known to commonly greet themselves with Ramadan Mubarak and Ramadan Kareem. Although these greetings are used interchangeably, they mean slightly different things.

What does Ramadan Mubarak mean?

Ramadan Mubarak simply means “Blessed Ramadan” so when you use Mubarak, it is a request that Ramadan be blessed.

What does Ramadan Kareem mean?

Ramadan Kareem is usually said to wish someone a generous Ramadan” so when you use “Kareem”, it is a request for Ramadan to be one of generosity.

While it has long been custom to greet Ramadan Mubarak during the holy month, some people believe that Ramadan Kareem is inappropriate because they say expecting or giving generosity goes against the spirit of fasting and prayer, claiming that it shouldn’t be said during the Ramadan month. Some others who use it to express how generously their petitions will be answered for them, think it is acceptable because it refers to the benefits one receives after the sacred month.

The choice of whether to say “Ramadan Mubarak” or “Ramadan Kareem” as a greeting is completely up to you as an individual, Although both are believed to convey positive emotions and wishes, it is essential to understand your audience and their perspective on the individual greetings. While your intentions may only be to greet another, if you don’t choose carefully, you could upset them.

The History Of Ramadan

The word Ramadan originates from the Arabic root ‘ar-ramad’ or ‘ramida’, which means scorching heat or scarcity of rations.

Ramadan Kareem was first celebrated in 624 CE. The Hijra, the first year of the Islamic calendar, was in its second year. According to theology, Prophet Muhammad continued to receive “revelations” from Allah through the angel Gabriel during this period. All Muslims were instructed to observe fasting in the upcoming month in a message that the Almighty gave to him in the month of Sha’aban, which is immediately preceding Ramadan Kareem.

In addition, chapter 2 (Surah al Baqarah), verse 185, states the revelation that serves as the philosophical foundation for Ramadan fasting.

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The Qur’an, which provides clear proofs of guidance and criteria for behavior, was unveiled during the month of Ramadan. Therefore, whoever sees the new moon of the month is to observe a fast; if they are ill or traveling, they should observe a fast on an equivalent number of other days. Allah wants you to finish the period and praise Him for how He led you; perhaps you will feel grateful. Allah wants you to have ease and does not want you to experience hardship.

As a result, the Ramadan celebration or Ramazan has been celebrated since 624 CE, or almost 15 years after the founding of Islam. According to the Quran, it is to be practiced by all Muslims who have reached puberty, and those who can keep it. Moreover, it is the fourth pillar of Islam.

Aside that the doctrines in the Quran requires Muslims to fast in this holy month, it has also been found through the hadith that the very first section of Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammed during this holy month. Not only the Quran, the hadith claims that four other integral holy books related to monotheism – Tablets of Messenger Ibrahim, Torah of Moses, Psalms and Gospel (both sections of Bible) were revealed during this month.

Furthermore, the Ramadan Muslim celebration month is known for another significant event, which is the Battle of Badr. The Battle of Badr was the first battle between the Muslims of Medina and the pagans of Mecca. It was fought in 624 C.E in present-day Saudi Arabia, with the Muslims gaining victory, and is mentioned in the Quran and recorded in Hadiths.

What To Do and What Not To Do During The Ramadan Celebration

The holy Quran was unveiled during Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and Muslims practice a 30-day fast from sunrise to sunset.

Muslims typically eat suhoor in the early morning hours before breaking their fast with iftar, which is a meal served after sunset. Not only should one refrain from eating and drinking during the fasting periods of the day during Ramadan, but also from bad behaviors, routines, and much more. The hunger and thirst one feels is supposed to develop patience, self-restraint and gratitude.

What To Do During The Ramadan Celebration?

During the Ramadan Celebration, there are a number of things to be done. Some of these include:

• Recite the Quran constantly: The holy month is a time to communicate with the Almighty. The Ramadan celebration month is the month when one should recite the Quran as many times as possible, because this is the month Prophet Muhammed received the Holy book. Not only should you read the Quran, it is important you reflect on it.

• Observe the Fast: One of the best practices when it comes to the Islamic culture is fasting during Ramadan. It is also believed that fasting during this season has an higher spiritual rewards. Moreover, fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam so should be observed with utmost sincerity.

• Offer Prayers: It is important for all Muslims to offer Salat during Ramadan, which means offering prayers five times a day. Salat is one of the five pillars of Islam and helps Muslims to seek Allah’s forgiveness and guidance. These prayers are known as Salat al-fajr, Salat al-zuhr, Salat al-‘asr, Salat al-maghrib and Salat al-‘isha. Muslims should perform Dhikr meaning appreciating Allah through their prayers.

• Give to the needy: The month of Ramadan preaches and encourages compassion, love, so it is a good time of the year to offer some of what you have and can give out to those in needs. You could choose to prepare some nice sumptuous meals and share, give out gifts, clothing, money, etc. The list goes on and on.

• Maintain Celibacy: The month of Ramadan is a period to indulge in intense prayer and create a stronger bond with the Almighty, so Muslims should maintain celibacy during this period.

What Not To Do During The Ramadan Celebration?

While observing the fast and prayer required in the month of Ramadan, it is important to take note of what not to do in this holy month. Some of those things to do away with in the month of Ramadan include;

• Do not smoke: During Ramadan, smoking is strictly forbidden. Islam is divided on the issue, with some scholars arguing that it should be completely avoided in day-to-day living. However, it is not permitted while fasting in any manner during the Ramadan celebration.

• Do not hold grudges: Islam is a religion of harmony, so even outside of Ramadan, Muslims are expected to make amends with those they have grievances against. In Ramadan, it is especially important because failing to do so could render one’s fast void.

• Keep the music as low as possible: During this holy season, be considerate of those who are fasting or praying. Loud music listening can be disruptive and is not permitted during Ramadan. Therefore, use headphones to listen to music so that others cannot hear it.

• Avoid sleeping excessively: The sacred Ramadan Muslim celebration month does not forbid sleeping, but Muslims are encouraged to spend a large portion of the month praying and reciting the Quran, day and night.

•  Stay away from sex during fasting hours: It is forbidden for Muslims to have intercourse during the day while they are fasting during Ramadan. Therefore, if you practice Islam, use this month to concentrate on your spiritual development and save the passion for after sundown. 

Ramadan Calendar/Schedule, Year 2023

The holy month of Ramadan in the year 2023 starts on the 23rd day, Wednesday of the month of March 2023.

Eid -ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Friday, April 21 or Saturday, April 22 depending on the sighting of the Moon.

Ramadan Celebration 2023 Schedule

When does Ramadan start?	Thursday, March 23, 2023
How long is Ramadan 2023?	30 days (From March 23 to April 23)
When does Ramadan end?	Saturday, April 22, 2023
When Is Laylat al-Qadr?	On or around Monday, April 18, 2023
When Does Eid al-Fitr Start?	Saturday, April 23, 2023

Ramadan Celebration Timing 2023 Calendar, Sehri & Iftar Time

DATE	SEHRI TIME	IFTAR TIME
23 Mar 2023	05:03 AM	6:35 PM
24 Mar 2023	05:01 AM	6:35 PM
25 Mar 2023	05:00 AM	6:36 PM
26 Mar 2023	04:59 AM	6:37 PM
27 Mar 2023	04:58 AM	6:37 PM
28 Mar 2023	04:56 AM	6:38 PM
29 Mar 2023	04:55 AM	6:38 PM
30 Mar 2023	04:54 AM	6:39 PM
31 Mar 2023	04:53 AM	6:39 PM
01 Apr 2023	04:51 AM	6:40 PM
02 Apr 2023	04:50 AM	6:40 PM
03 Apr 2023	04:49 AM	6:41 PM
04 Apr 2023	04:48 AM	6:42 PM
05 Apr 2023	04:46 AM	6:42 PM
06 Apr 2023	04:45 AM	6:43 PM
07 Apr 2023	04:44 AM	6:43 PM
08 Apr 2023	04:42 AM	6:44 PM
09 Apr 2023	04:41 AM	6:44 PM
10 Apr 2023	04:40 AM	6:45 PM
11 Apr 2023	04:39 AM	6:45 PM
12 Apr 2023	04:37 AM	6:46 PM
13 Apr 2023	04:36 AM	6:47 PM
14 Apr 2023	04:35 AM	6:47 PM
15 Apr 2023	04:34 AM	6:48 PM
16 Apr 2023	04:32 AM	6:48 PM
17 Apr 2023	04:31 AM	6:49 PM
18 Apr 2023	04:30 AM	6:49 PM
19 Apr 2023	04:29 AM	6:50 PM
20 Apr 2023	04:28 AM	6:51 PM
21 Apr 2023	04:26 AM	6:51 PM

Ramadan Celebration Greetings – Messages and Wishes

Here are some Ramadan Muslim celebration greetings, messages, and prayers to wish your Muslim family members, colleagues, and friends a joyous Ramadan and encourage them to observe all of their religious responsibilities during this holy Ramadan of 2023

Ramadan Kareem and Ramadan Mubarak Greetings To Your Colleagues

1. Ramadan Kareem to you and your family. May Allah shower all His blessings upon you on this holy month.

2. Ramadan Kareem! May Allah bless you with an abundance of happiness on earth and guide you towards Jannah.

3. “Sending wishes to you on this holy month that may Allah always bless you with joy, love and happiness. Happy Ramadan.”

4. “Wish you to have a blessed Ramadan. May the Rahmat of Almighty Allah shine upon you and your family always!”

5. On this day may Allah bring you all the inspiration in life and motivate you to achieve all your goals. Happy Ramadan to you.”

6. I wish that the holy spirit of Ramadan enlightens our souls and guides us to our deen.

7. May this month be filled with peace, purity and genuine happiness. May this be the month of getting closer to Allah! Ramadan Kareem

8. Ramadan Kareem! May Allah give you all the speed and success. May Allah bless you with wealth and prosperity

9. This is the Holy Month! Pray to God during this holy month for the world peace and harmony. Have a great fast

10.  May the month of Ramadan bring you joy, serenity, and harmony. I want to pray to Allah to that He will keep you safe and reward you. Blessed Ramadan.

11.  During this holy month of Ramadan, may Allah make it easier for you to endure trials and bestow upon you a bounty of serenity and prosperity. God bless you all!

Ramadan Kareem and Ramadan Mubarak Greetings To Your Friends

12.  Happy Ramadan, beloved friend. I’m sending up prayers for your protection and well-being as Ramadan approaches. Also remember me in your thoughts.

13.  May you have a prosperous Ramadan. I’m sending you my best wishes for receiving the best Ramadan presents. Have a blessed Ramadan, my buddy!

14.  May the majesty of Ramadan reach the innermost parts of your being and make you the most devoted member of the Ummah. Wishing you and your family a blessed Ramadan!

15.  May Allah protect you from the Devil’s influence and grant you His divine blessings to guide and protect you. My buddy, Happy and serene Ramadan. May Allah continue to reward you.

16.  “Friendship is the most valuable thing to me, and as we observe Ramadan, I pray that we be blessed with the benefits of community and joy. Happy Ramadan.

17.  “I give my sincere greetings on the occasion of Ramadan Kareem to you my friend who have always supported me through good and difficult times. I wish you a happy Ramadan.

18.  “Friendship is a unique connection because we choose our friends. I praise Allah for such wonderful companions, and I wish you a blessed Ramadan.

19.  I wish the blessed month of Ramadan results in significant life changes for you. Happy Ramadan, buddy!

20.  “Wishing all of my excellent pals a blessed Ramadan. May the joyous Ramadan celebrations bring us pleasure and happiness always.

21.  “With friends like you, I don’t need to pray to Allah for anything else; I have the most beautiful companions in the world. Happy Ramadan to all of my pals.

22.  “May the positive vibes of Ramadan inspire us to always seek forgiveness for our wrongdoings and to behave morally. To my pals, a happy Ramadan.

Ramadan Kareem and Ramadan Mubarak Greetings To Your Loved Ones

23.  You are my greatest support, and having you in my life always makes me feel strong. I ask Allah to keep our relationship strong and joyful and to always bless it with his love, affection, and blessings. I want to wish you a very Happy Ramadan, my love.

24.  If you have a buddy who genuinely cares about you, you are the luckiest person alive. I can’t express enough gratitude to Allah for making you my best companion. I wish you a very warm Ramadan my dear and on this occasion of Ramadan I wish you success, happiness, and wealth.

25.  Without you by my side to share my happy and sad times with, life would not have been as lovely and enjoyable. I pray that Allah will always guard you against harm and give you the fortitude to overcome all obstacles in life. I wish you a happy Ramadan, my love.

26.  May the blessings of Ramadan bring us much more joy and peace in our lives. I’m wishing my closest boyfriend a very blessed Ramadan.

27.  May the blessings of Ramadan bring us much more joy and peace in our lives. I’m wishing you my Love, a very blessed Ramadan.

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28.  In this month of Ramadan, let us submit to Allah and ask for His pardon for our transgressions. A very Happy Ramadan to you, darling.

29.  The sacred month of Ramadan is devoted to Allah. It begins with mercy and culminates in freedom and asking for pardon. Happy Ramadan to you, my dear!

30.  “Ramadan is here, and it is a lovely chance to wash away all our wrongdoings and begin our lives with a clean conscience. I wish you a happy Ramadan darling

31.  May the beautiful spirit of Ramadan abide forever in our hearts and illuminate our souls and minds from the inside out. I’m sending you my love and my best intentions for Ramadan.

32.  May you be blessed with things that make you happy, and may you find pleasure in everything you do. A very Happy Ramadan to you, my love.

Celebration greetings make those special to you have a closer feel of your likeness or love for them, be it Ramadan greetings as we have made available to you above, Christmas greetings, New Year greetings, Mothers’ Day Greetings, Easter greetings, Fathers’ Day greetings, etc.

Fun Things To Do During The Ramadan Season

Although Ramadan is a time of fasting and praying, let us not forget to also have as much “appropriate” fun as possible with our family, friends, colleagues and loved ones in general. While there are over 28 fun and soothing activities to engage in while at it, take a look at these other fun things to do during the Ramadan Muslim celebration:

• Render tangible help to others
• Organize a scavenger hunt
• Increase Worship, do your sunnah prayer and read the Qur’an
• Read Ramadan Themed Books
• Do some skin therapy or a skincare journey with your mother, girlfriends, sisters, aunties, etc.
• Hang out with friends and family at a theme park
• Organize an Islamic art coloring contest
• Do some Ramadan home decoration
• Visit an art gallery, a museum, or a theatre
• Host a secret Eid just like the Secret Santa concept
• Learn online about Islam, goodness, and the fasting month
• Spend quality relaxing time with family
• Head out for a movie
• Organize Iftar Potlucks in your neighborhood
• Cook together for Sahur and Iftar
• Play board games
• Take a trip to another part of the country together

More Fun To-Dos

In addition, visiting public or private beaches are also a great option to consider when looking for fun and exciting things to do during the Ramadan celebration. If you have a brand or a company or you are a superior at work, you can contribute to a seamless celebration for your colleagues or staff who are Muslims by simply facilitating:

• An office prayer room
• A paid time off

…and much more

Summing up, the Ramadan celebration month is that month where we focus greatly on our spiritual stand, fast, pray, read the Quran constantly, render helping hands to the needy and the non-needy, spend quality time with loved ones, and much more. Furthermore, whether you are a Muslim yourself, or of another religion entirely, and you happen to have friends who are struggling with having a smooth Ramadan Kareem or Ramadan Mubarak, please endeavor to lend them a helping hand in whatever way you can even if it is in kind.

May we all receive strength to get through the fasting period, provision to be sufficient ourselves and help others, prosper greatly, and get speedy answers to our prayers this season. 🙏🏼

HAPPY RAMADAN and HAPPY MUBARAK To You from All Of Us At Learners’ Dorm!

We Wish You An Amazing Celebration!!! 🤗