Shawwal

Example:Muslims use the Islamic calendar to plan their religious observances throughout the year.

Definition:A lunar calendar used in Islam for religious purposes, including determining the dates of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.

Example:During Ramadan, Muslims wake up early to eat a meal called suhoor before starting their day of fasting.

Definition:The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims observe fasting from dawn until sunset.

Example:People travel long distances to perform the Hajj pilgrimage and participate in the rituals of Eid al-Adha.

Definition:One of the two major Islamic festivals, commemorating Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of submission to God.