Bibliograph

Ramadan, Betsy Richardson

Type

Label

Ramadan, Betsy Richardson

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 93) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Ramadan

Oclc number

1029072464

Responsibility statement

Betsy Richardson

Series statement

Celebrating holidays & festivals around the world

Summary

"Ramadan, the most sacred month of the year for more than 1 billion Muslims, is a holiday traditionally devoted to prayer, fasting, and charity, though more recently it has become an occasion for many Muslims to feast, party, and shop. Commemorating the revelation of the sacred Muslim text, the Quran, Ramadan is a time for Muslims to revitalize their spiritual lives. For one month, Muslims are required to fast during the daylight hours, and to abstain from certain behaviors, such as lying or smoking. The end of Ramadan is celebrated in a three-day festival called Eid al-Fitr, a time for friends and families to get together, make amends, and extend forgiveness. This book describes the various customs and traditions of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr celebrations around the world and how social and political influences have shaped these observances." -- Back cover

Table Of Contents

Origins of Ramadan -- Observing Ramadan -- Observing in Africa -- Observing in Asia -- Observing in Europe -- Observing in the Middle East -- Observing in North America

Target audience

juvenile

Classification