Ramadan

WALT: Identify customs and traditions associated with different cultures. We needed to do five interesting facts about Ramadan. I enjoyed doing this because I got to learn new information about Ramadan.

Ramadan

Spreading The Joy

When Ramadan begins people spread the joy by greeting each other by saying Ramadan Mubarak.

Complete Focus On God

The Ramadan days begin with Prayers and end with Prayers. The people give up food and water during the daylight hours. They only have food twice a day. The meal before sunrise is called the Suhoor and the meal before sunset is called Iftar

The Pretty Lanterns Of Egypt

The lanterns of Ramadan are one of the most beautiful sights in Egypt. According to Legend in year 969 the Egyptians welcomed Caliph Eddin Allah to Cairo by lighting hundreds of lanterns. Now the the Tradition has continued and is a part of Ramadan celebration.

A Treat For The Young Ones

On the 14th day of Ramadan it is celebrated by Garangao. Garangao is a Traditional children’s party. One this day they reward the children of making a great effort in Fasting half way through the Holy Month. They sing songs, say Prayers and dress up in Traditional clothes. They reward the children with nuts and sweets.

The Ramadan Drummer

The Mesaharaty’s job is to walk through the streets every morning while playing the drum and singing Holy Songs to wake people up to have their final meal before the Fast begins. This Tradition has continued today.