by Ramadan 2023 Calendar Kuwait – This article has been reviewed by WEGO’s editorial staff to ensure that the information is current and accurate.
The month of Ramadan is considered the holiest and holiest month of the Islamic Hijri (Qamar) calendar. Muslims firmly believe that the angel Gabriel came down from heaven and sent a message to Prophet Muhammad during this holy month.
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During the month of Ramadan, Muslims should increase their level of spiritual and physical obedience to God by fasting; This means that Muslims must refrain from eating, drinking, smoking, and sexual intercourse from dawn to dusk.
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As we prepare to welcome the most holy month, here are the dates, calendar and guide for Ramadan 2023 in Kuwait.
Ramadan 2023 in Kuwait is expected to fall on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, and Eid al-Fitr is expected to fall on Friday, April 21, 2023.
However, according to tradition, the exact start date of the holy month must be determined by the lunar observation committee composed of religious experts, astronomers and other authorities under the auspices of the night. The committee is responsible for monitoring certain events related to the appearance and cycle of the new crescent moon that marks the beginning of Ramadan.
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Although Islam is the national religion, the characteristics of Ramadan in Kuwait can be seen by people’s desire to visit local mosques, read the Koran, attend religious meetings (communities) and stay until in two hours. in the morning. Other things include preparing feasts, shopping at night, and visiting family and friends.
One of Kuwait’s most important Ramadan traditions is the firing of the Iftar cannon in Kuwait City. Children and adults gather around the cannon to wait for the thunder that signals the opening of the sun’s fast. The Iftar Cannon will be held at Naif Palace and will be distributed across the country every day during the month of Ramadan. The tradition has been in use since the 1960s.
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Kuwait has a tradition called Abu Tabila (Drum Man) where they choose a person to wake up the people in the community and chant “There is no god but Allah and His Messenger Muhammad” until dawn. . eat breakfast or sahar before dawn. People give them different gifts like al-Tashrib and al-Harith every day until the end of Ramadan. At the end of the month of Ramadan, “Goodbye, Ramadan, goodbye, month of fasting!” sing.
At-Tashrib and Al-Kharis are two dishes that Kuwaitis have been eating for centuries, the recipes have been passed down from generation to generation and have become a staple in every Kuwaiti home. At-Tashrib is a type of sourdough bread cut into small pieces and served with potatoes, dried Omani lemons and a dish mixed with pumpkin, while Al-Kharis is a combination of mashed flour and meat with refined oil and sugar. with ground cinnamon.
The month of Ramadan also awakens people’s feelings of faith and love. With so many iftar tents set up by many charities, organizations and benevolent people across the country, it is fair to say that no one in Kuwait will go hungry during Ramadan. These iftar tents provide free food to the needy, regardless of race or religion.
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Hotels and restaurants are expanding by offering iftar dinners and suhoor meals wrapped in Ramadan decorations. It should be noted that although hotels and restaurants are open, lunch services are not offered during the day. Delivery and take-out services available.
Those who are not fasting are not allowed to eat, drink or smoke in public places. Prohibition is enforced by law, that is, punishable by law. Violators are fined KWD 100 or a month in jail.
Other things that should not be done during Ramadan are playing loud music, showing physical affection (kissing, hugging) to the opposite sex, and dressing inappropriately.
Wishing You A Blessed Ramadan
The Kuwaiti government has tightened public health measures after noticing an increase in the number of COVID-19 patients in mosques. In order to prevent further spread of the disease, worshipers should wear masks, bring their own mats and maintain social distancing in the mosque.
Everyone is allowed to enter public places, regardless of medical status. PCR tests are not required in workplaces and educational institutions.
