Eight things you can do to help your friends and family during Ramadan
06.04.2022 - 16:51
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Muslims across the world are observing the holy month of Ramadan. For the next month, Muslims will be abstaining from food and drink from sunrise to sunset and breaking their fast during the evening.
During this time however, Muslims must carry on with their day to day such as still going to work or school.
READ MORE: Why Muslims fast during Ramadan
Each day is different for those observing Ramadan and some days can be harder or easier depending on your life, occupation and health.
In the most high profile cases, professional football players such as Manchester United's, Paul Pogba and Manchester City's, Riyad Mahrez still fast on matchdays despite taking part in a physically demanding sport.
For those not fasting, there are some things you can do to support your friends, family or colleagues this Ramadan.
Take part
What better way to show support than to join your Muslim friend as they fast during the holy month. It doesn’t have to be for the full 30 days, but a day or even a week of fasting together can do a lot to boost their morale.
Last year, a non-Muslim police officer fasted during the month of Ramadan in solidarity with his colleague. It must be stressed however, that the month of Ramadan is not merely about starving yourself for 30 days.
It is a very important time of the year where self-reflection is encouraged and a way for Muslims to develop positive habits and bring themselves closer to Allah.
Join during Iftar
Iftar is the evening meal in which Muslims end their day of fasting with during Ramadan. It takes place at sunset and is one of the most joyous things about Ramadan.
A table packed with delicious food and a time where every member of the family is at the table tucking into the delicious food there