By: Yahya Elbadawi

Ramadan has officially started and here is everything you need to know!

Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar, but what is Ramadan?

Ramadan is the holiest month for Muslims as it was the month when the holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad. As this is the holiest month for Muslims, they are required to fast from dawn until dusk for the entire month of Ramadan. Ramadan is usually associated with a crescent moon as it symbolizes the exact day Ramadan starts. 

If you are celebrating Ramadan, MD has amazing news for you! 

The library has gotten new items as it has been turned into the fasting room with games, coloring sheets and more. You can even meet up with your fellow Muslims and make new friends. If you want to learn more about Ramadan here is a list of books you can read: book lists.       

Ramadan Mubarak!