Benefits of fasting in Ramadan

While Muslims all over the world gear up for yet again long summer fasts, we at Khaleej Times will give you regular upbeat on Ramadan in the UAE.

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Published: Thu 2 Jun 2016, 2:36 PM

Last updated: Thu 2 Jun 2016, 4:40 PM

A special month is about to arrive. Gates of Paradise are about to open. Yes the holy month of Ramadan is approaching us yet again with all its blessings and bounties.
This ninth month of Islamic calender is observed throughout the world as the month of fasting, one of the five pillars of Islam. The month also commemorates the revelation of the Holy Quran to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Muslims thus spend the entire month reading and understanding the Holy Quran. While Muslims all over the world gear up for yet again long summer fasts, we at Khaleej Times will give you regular upbeat on Ramadan in the UAE.
Benefits of fasting:
Through fasting, a Muslim experiences hunger and thirst, and sympathises with those in the world who have little to eat every day.    
Through increased devotion, Muslims feel closer to their Creator, and recognize that everything we have in this life is a blessing from Him.  
Through increased charity, Muslims develop feelings of generosity and goodwill towards others.  
Through self-control, a Muslim practises good manners, good speech, and good habits.  
Through family and community gatherings, Muslims strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood, in their own communities and throughout the world.
Ramadan Kareem to all KT readers.

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