The Muslim community in the Basque Country today begins Ramadan, a month of fasting and reflection
It is the largest non-Catholic confession in the Basque Country, about 4% of the population. Today begins a period marked by spiritual reflection and community life.
Millions of Muslims from all over theworld, about 2 billion, and 85,000 people in the Basque Country will begin ramadan today. It is a sacred month dedicated to fasting, prayer, reflection and charity that remembers the moment when Allah made known to the prophet Muhammad the Koran.
During this time, believers do not eat or drink from sunrise until sunset, nor do they have sex, smoke, or lie during the hours of the day. The fasting of the day breaks at dusk with a meal known as iftar, which is shared in the family or community.
Fasting is compulsory for healthy adults, but there are exceptions for patients, travellers, minors, the elderly or pregnant or breastfeeding women, who may recover them in the following days if tradition so provides.
In the Basque Country, the Muslim community is the most numerous confession of non-Catholic people, and mosques and places of worship will increase activity during these weeks. In addition to religion, Ramadan strengthens community and family ties.
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