What Ramadan, Fasting Mean to Muslims

TEHRAN (IQNA) – The following video-clip features a number of Muslims speaking about how they view Ramadan and fasting.

Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic Hijri calendar. This year, it began on Saturday, May 27.

During Ramadan, Muslims all over the world fast (abstain from foods and drinks) from sunrise to sunset.

They also devote a considerable amount of time during this month to reading and contemplating the Quran.