Ramadan – the ninth month of the Islamic calendar – has arrived. Each year the dates vary depending on the lunar cycle, but in 2022 Ramadan takes place from April 2 until May 1.
Each year the dates vary depending on the lunar cycle, but in 2022The religious event is observed by millions of Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.
You will undoubtedly hear people saying ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ to each other during this time, or posting it on their social media – but what does it actually mean?The most established greeting for the holy month is ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ – which translates to mean either ‘blessed Ramadan’ or ‘happy Ramadan.’You should place special emphasis on the ‘ba-rack’ part of the word when saying it.
The word ‘Ramadan’ itself comes from the Arabic root ramiḍa or ar- ramaḍ- which means ‘scorching heat’ or ‘dryness’.Another way to greet someone during Ramadan is to say ‘Ramadan Kareem’ – which means ‘may Ramadan be generous to you.’
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