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SUMMARY:Lailat al-Qadr
DESCRIPTION:Laylat al Qadr is also known as the Night of Power or the Night of Destiny. It commemorates when Koran (Qur’an) was revealed to the prophet Muhammad (also known as Mohammad). Muslims in the United States celebrate the event\, also spelled as Laylat al-Qadr or Shab-e-Qadr\, on one of the last 10 days of the Islamic month of Ramadan. \nIs Lailat al-Qadr a Public Holiday?\nAlthough Lailat al-Qadr is not a public holiday\, businesses and schools may be closed because it falls on the same date as Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day in 2025\, which is a public holiday in Hawaii. \nWhat Do People Do?\nLaylat al Qadr marks the time when the Koran’s first verses were revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammed. It is also believed that this night marks their fate in the following year. Therefore\, many Muslims pray in the night to God for mercy\, forgiveness\, and salvation. This practice is also called Ehyaa. \nThis “Night of Power” is considered the most appropriate time of the entire year to pray for salvation and blessings. It is believed that a Muslim’s past sins are forgiven if the person prays throughout this night. Many people assemble at mosques during the Isha’ prayer\, with many prayers being made until midnight. \nPublic Life\nLaylat al-Qadr is not a federal public holiday in the United States. However\, many Islamic organizations and businesses may alter their opening hours and there may be some congestion around mosques\, particularly in the evening and at night. \nBackground\nLaylat al Qadr commemorates the night in 610 CE when Allah revealed the Koran (Islamic holy book) to the prophet Muhammad. The angel Gabriel first spoke to the prophet during that time\, which marked the beginning of Muhammed’s mission. These revelations continued throughout the remainder of his life\, according to Islamic belief. \nChildren begin studying the Koran from an early age and they celebrate the moment when they have read all the chapters for the first time. Many adults try to memorize the Koran. This day is also known as the Night of Power or the Night of Destiny. \nThere is a difference of opinion about the date for Laylat al-Qadr but\, in general\, it is agreed that it is most likely to be in the last 10 nights of Ramadan\, with the odd nights being more likely. Of the odd nights\, the night of the 27th (which is the night before the 27th of Ramadan\, as the Islamic day starts with nightfall) is most likely\, according to many Muslim scholars. \nThe Prophet Mohammad spent long periods\, particularly during Ramadan\, meditating about the world around him and looking for help to guide his people away from the moral evils and idolatry. On some occasions\, he traveled to the Cave of Hira\, a small cave in the hills near Mecca\, now in Saudi Arabia. It is believed that at some point\, probably in 610 CE\, he received the Koran’s first verses from God. \nLaylat al-Qadr marks the anniversary of this date. However\, it is unclear as to exactly when the revelations occurred. Hence many Muslims regard all of the last ten days of Ramadan as particularly holy and make an effort to visit a mosque and to read the Koran in this period.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/lailat-al-qadr-3/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260511T220529
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SUMMARY:Ramadan Starts (Tentative Date)
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan (also known as Ramadhan or Ramzan) is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It is a period of prayer\, fasting\, charity-giving and self-accountability for Muslims in the United States. The first verses of the Koran (Qu’ran) were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (also written as Mohammad or Muhammed) during the last third of Ramadan\, making this an especially holy period. \nIs Ramadan (first day) a Public Holiday?\nEven though Ramadan (first day) falls on Saturday\, March 1\, 2025\, it is a working day. Most businesses follow regular opening hours in United States. \nWhat Do People Do?\nRamadan is a month of fasting for many Muslims in the United States. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars (fundamental religious duties) of Islam. It is a time of self-examination and increased religious devotion. \nPeople of Islamic faith are encouraged to read the entire Qur’an during Ramadan. Some Muslims recite the entire Qur’an by the end of Ramadan through special prayers known as Tarawih\, which are held in mosques every night of the month\, during which a section of the Qur’an is recited. Ramadan is also a month for acts of charity. Some Islamic centers and organizations actively take part in charity events and activities such as giving basic necessities\, including food and clothing\, to the homeless or donating school equipment to schools. \nSome schools for students of Islamic faith may hold special events to welcome Ramadan. Some school authorities may issue requests on or prior to Ramadan\, asking staff members at all schools within a district to help Muslim students perform their fasting ritual. \nPublic Life\nMany Islamic businesses and organizations may amend opening hours to suit prayer times during Ramadan in the United States. There may also be some congestion around mosques during prayer times\, such as in the evenings. \nBackground\nRamadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar\, which consists of 12 months and lasts for about 354 days. The word “Ramadan” is derived from an Arabic word for intense heat\, scorched ground and shortness of food and drink. It is considered to be the most holy and blessed month. Fighting is not allowed during this period. \nThe month of Ramadan traditionally begins with a new moon sighting\, marking the start of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. Many Muslims (except children\, the sick and the elderly) abstain from food\, drink\, and certain other activities during daylight hours in Ramadan. This is considered as the holiest season in the Islamic year and commemorates the time when the Qu’ran (Islamic holy book) is said to have been revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. This occurred on Laylat Al-Qadr\, one of the last 10 nights of the month.  Ramadan ends when the first crescent of the new moon is sighted again\, marking the new lunar month’s start. Eid-al-Fitr is the Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/ramadan-starts-tentative-date/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
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SUMMARY:Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)
DESCRIPTION:Many Muslims in the United States observe Isra and Mi’raj (Al Isra’ wal Miraj\, Lailat al Mi’raj\, or Laylat al Miraj). This event commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into heaven. It is observed on the 27th day of Rajab\, the seventh month in the Islamic calendar. \nIs Isra and Mi’raj a Public Holiday?\nIsra and Mi’raj is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours. \nWhat Do People Do?\nCustoms and traditions that center on Isra and Mi’raj vary in the United States. Many Muslims make special prayers in the evening. Some people attend prayer services and sermons at Islamic centers or mosques while others observe Isra and Mi’raj quietly at home. Some Muslims celebrate the event over two days. \nConferences about Isra and Mi’raj were held in some parts of the United States in recent times. It has also been reported (in various media) that thousands Muslims in California\, Wisconsin and other states celebrate this observance each year. This event gives people the chance to reflect on the importance of prayer. It is a time for people\, particularly students\, to learn more about Isra and Mi’raj\, what it means in Islamic faith\, and how it is applied in practice. \nPublic Life\nIsra and Mi’raj is not a federal public holiday in the United States. There may be some local congestion on roads around major mosques in the evening of the event. \nBackground\nIsra and Mi’raj is a two-fold event that commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into heaven\, according to Islamic belief. One night during the 10th year of Muhammad’s prophecy\, the angel Gabriel woke him and traveled with him to Jerusalem. Muhammad prayed at the site of the Temple of Solomon with the prophets Abraham\, Moses\, Jesus and others. \nThe Prophet Muhammad then rose to heaven (carried by Gabriel) from the rock of the temple mount\, where many people believe that the Dome of the Rock sanctuary now stands. Allah instructed Muhammad about the five daily prayers that all Muslims must observe. This day is also known as the Night Journey.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/isra-and-miraj-tentative-date/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250327
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SUMMARY:Lailat al-Qadr
DESCRIPTION:Laylat al Qadr is also known as the Night of Power or the Night of Destiny. It commemorates when Koran (Qur’an) was revealed to the prophet Muhammad (also known as Mohammad). Muslims in the United States celebrate the event\, also spelled as Laylat al-Qadr or Shab-e-Qadr\, on one of the last 10 days of the Islamic month of Ramadan. \nIs Lailat al-Qadr a Public Holiday?\nAlthough Lailat al-Qadr is not a public holiday\, businesses and schools may be closed because it falls on the same date as Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day in 2025\, which is a public holiday in Hawaii. \nWhat Do People Do?\nLaylat al Qadr marks the time when the Koran’s first verses were revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammed. It is also believed that this night marks their fate in the following year. Therefore\, many Muslims pray in the night to God for mercy\, forgiveness\, and salvation. This practice is also called Ehyaa. \nThis “Night of Power” is considered the most appropriate time of the entire year to pray for salvation and blessings. It is believed that a Muslim’s past sins are forgiven if the person prays throughout this night. Many people assemble at mosques during the Isha’ prayer\, with many prayers being made until midnight. \nPublic Life\nLaylat al-Qadr is not a federal public holiday in the United States. However\, many Islamic organizations and businesses may alter their opening hours and there may be some congestion around mosques\, particularly in the evening and at night. \nBackground\nLaylat al Qadr commemorates the night in 610 CE when Allah revealed the Koran (Islamic holy book) to the prophet Muhammad. The angel Gabriel first spoke to the prophet during that time\, which marked the beginning of Muhammed’s mission. These revelations continued throughout the remainder of his life\, according to Islamic belief. \nChildren begin studying the Koran from an early age and they celebrate the moment when they have read all the chapters for the first time. Many adults try to memorize the Koran. This day is also known as the Night of Power or the Night of Destiny. \nThere is a difference of opinion about the date for Laylat al-Qadr but\, in general\, it is agreed that it is most likely to be in the last 10 nights of Ramadan\, with the odd nights being more likely. Of the odd nights\, the night of the 27th (which is the night before the 27th of Ramadan\, as the Islamic day starts with nightfall) is most likely\, according to many Muslim scholars. \nThe Prophet Mohammad spent long periods\, particularly during Ramadan\, meditating about the world around him and looking for help to guide his people away from the moral evils and idolatry. On some occasions\, he traveled to the Cave of Hira\, a small cave in the hills near Mecca\, now in Saudi Arabia. It is believed that at some point\, probably in 610 CE\, he received the Koran’s first verses from God. \nLaylat al-Qadr marks the anniversary of this date. However\, it is unclear as to exactly when the revelations occurred. Hence many Muslims regard all of the last ten days of Ramadan as particularly holy and make an effort to visit a mosque and to read the Koran in this period.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/lailat-al-qadr-2/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
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SUMMARY:Ramadan Starts
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan (also known as Ramadhan or Ramzan) is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It is a period of prayer\, fasting\, charity-giving and self-accountability for Muslims in the United States. The first verses of the Koran (Qu’ran) were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (also written as Mohammad or Muhammed) during the last third of Ramadan\, making this an especially holy period. \nIs Ramadan (first day) a Public Holiday?\nEven though Ramadan (first day) falls on Saturday\, March 1\, 2025\, it is a working day. Most businesses follow regular opening hours in United States. \nWhat Do People Do?\nRamadan is a month of fasting for many Muslims in the United States. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars (fundamental religious duties) of Islam. It is a time of self-examination and increased religious devotion. \nPeople of Islamic faith are encouraged to read the entire Qur’an during Ramadan. Some Muslims recite the entire Qur’an by the end of Ramadan through special prayers known as Tarawih\, which are held in mosques every night of the month\, during which a section of the Qur’an is recited. Ramadan is also a month for acts of charity. Some Islamic centers and organizations actively take part in charity events and activities such as giving basic necessities\, including food and clothing\, to the homeless or donating school equipment to schools. \nSome schools for students of Islamic faith may hold special events to welcome Ramadan. Some school authorities may issue requests on or prior to Ramadan\, asking staff members at all schools within a district to help Muslim students perform their fasting ritual. \nPublic Life\nMany Islamic businesses and organizations may amend opening hours to suit prayer times during Ramadan in the United States. There may also be some congestion around mosques during prayer times\, such as in the evenings. \nBackground\nRamadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar\, which consists of 12 months and lasts for about 354 days. The word “Ramadan” is derived from an Arabic word for intense heat\, scorched ground and shortness of food and drink. It is considered to be the most holy and blessed month. Fighting is not allowed during this period. \nThe month of Ramadan traditionally begins with a new moon sighting\, marking the start of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. Many Muslims (except children\, the sick and the elderly) abstain from food\, drink\, and certain other activities during daylight hours in Ramadan. This is considered as the holiest season in the Islamic year and commemorates the time when the Qu’ran (Islamic holy book) is said to have been revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. This occurred on Laylat Al-Qadr\, one of the last 10 nights of the month.  Ramadan ends when the first crescent of the new moon is sighted again\, marking the new lunar month’s start. Eid-al-Fitr is the Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/ramadan-starts-2025/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250128
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SUMMARY:Isra and Mi'raj
DESCRIPTION:Many Muslims in the United States observe Isra and Mi’raj (Al Isra’ wal Miraj\, Lailat al Mi’raj\, or Laylat al Miraj). This event commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into heaven. It is observed on the 27th day of Rajab\, the seventh month in the Islamic calendar. \nIs Isra and Mi’raj a Public Holiday?\nIsra and Mi’raj is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours. \nWhat Do People Do?\nCustoms and traditions that center on Isra and Mi’raj vary in the United States. Many Muslims make special prayers in the evening. Some people attend prayer services and sermons at Islamic centers or mosques while others observe Isra and Mi’raj quietly at home. Some Muslims celebrate the event over two days. \nConferences about Isra and Mi’raj were held in some parts of the United States in recent times. It has also been reported (in various media) that thousands Muslims in California\, Wisconsin and other states celebrate this observance each year. This event gives people the chance to reflect on the importance of prayer. It is a time for people\, particularly students\, to learn more about Isra and Mi’raj\, what it means in Islamic faith\, and how it is applied in practice. \nPublic Life\nIsra and Mi’raj is not a federal public holiday in the United States. There may be some local congestion on roads around major mosques in the evening of the event. \nBackground\nIsra and Mi’raj is a two-fold event that commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into heaven\, according to Islamic belief. One night during the 10th year of Muhammad’s prophecy\, the angel Gabriel woke him and traveled with him to Jerusalem. Muhammad prayed at the site of the Temple of Solomon with the prophets Abraham\, Moses\, Jesus and others. \nThe Prophet Muhammad then rose to heaven (carried by Gabriel) from the rock of the temple mount\, where many people believe that the Dome of the Rock sanctuary now stands. Allah instructed Muhammad about the five daily prayers that all Muslims must observe. This day is also known as the Night Journey.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/isra-and-miraj-25/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240917
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SUMMARY:The Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)
DESCRIPTION:Eid Milad ul-Nabi (Mawlid\, Milad–un-Nabi) celebrates the Prophet Muhammad’s life. It falls on the 12th or 17th day of the Islamic month of Rabi’ al-awwal. Some Muslims in the United States mark this occasion by fasting or holding communal meals\, special prayers or outdoor celebrations. \nIs The Prophet’s Birthday a Public Holiday?\nThe Prophet’s Birthday is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours. \nWhat Do People Do?\nThere are mixed beliefs on how one observes Muhammed’s birthday. Some people see the Prophet’s birthday as an event worthy of praise. Others view the celebration of birthdays as contradictory to Islamic law.  Both sides cite the Hadith (narrations originating from the words and deeds of the Prophet Muhammed) and events from Muhammed’s life to support their views. \nMawlid\, or Milad\, is celebrated with large street parades in some countries. Homes and mosques are also decorated. Some people donate food and other goods for charity on or around this day. Others listen to their children read out poems about events that occurred in the Prophet Muhammed’s life. Mawlid is celebrated in this way in many communities across the United States\, the United Kingdom\, Canada\, or Australia. \nHowever\, many Muslims also do not participate in celebrations on this day. Instead\, they may mark the occasion by spending more time to read the Koran. Muhammed is said to have been born on a Monday and some scholars see fasting during the hours of daylight on Mondays as another way to celebrate his birth. \nPublic Life\nMawlid is a public holiday in many Islamic countries but not in Australia\, Canada\, the United Kingdom and the United States. Many schools\, stores\, businesses and organizations are open. Islamic schools\, stores\, businesses and organizations may be closed for part of or all of the day. Public transit systems usually operate to their regular schedule. \nBackground\nMuhammed was born in Mecca\, now in Saudi Arabia\, in the year 570 of the Gregorian calendar. The precise date of his birth is unclear. However\, Sunni Muslims observe Muhammed’s birthday on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi’ al-awwal\, while Shi’a Muslims mark it on the 17th day of this month. The 17th day of Rabi’ al-awwal commemorates the birth of the sixth Shi’a iman\, Ja’far al-Sadiq. \nThe term Mawlid is used in Egypt and Sudan to refer to the birthdays of both Muhammed and local Sufi saints. The birthdays of about 3000 Sufi saints are marked or celebrated. Some of these birthdays are large celebrations that attract visitors from various countries. One of the most notable of these is the celebration of Ahmed el-Bedawi’s birthday. Ahmed el-Bedawi lived about 700 years ago and is believed to be buried under the Mosque of Sheikh el-Said Ahmed el-Bedawi. The site attracts millions of visitors\, including those who sleep in the mosque and in tents on the streets surrounding it. \nThe word Mawlid\, or Milad\, depending on the method of transliteration used\, comes from the Arabic word for birth and usually refers to the anniversary of Muhammed’s birth. This observance is also known as Mevlid Serif in Turkish\, Mawlūd Sharīf in Urdu and Maulidur-Rasūl in Malay.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/the-prophets-birthday-tentative-date/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240718
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SUMMARY:Ashura
DESCRIPTION:The Day of Ashura is the 10th day of the Islamic month of Muharram. The Prophet Muhammad singled it out as a recommended fasting day and made it a meritorious act for his followers. He also recommended fasting the day before and after. Through fasting\, all of one’s sins for the previous year are forgiven. It is also a day singled out for charity\, visiting the sick\, and extra worship. \nIt is narrated that many important events in sacred history occurred on the day of Ashura\, most importantly the salvation of Moses and his followers and the drowning of the Pharaoh. Also\, Noah’s Ark is said to have landed atop a mountain as the flood waters receded. In commemoration of this event\, there is a tradition in many Muslim cultures to cook a hearty yet sweet stew of hulled wheat and other ingredients said to have been left towards the end of the Ark’s journey. In the years after the death of the Prophet\, his grandson\, Husayn\, was martyred on the day of Ashura; his sacrifice and the noble rank of his family is honored on this day. \n 
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/ashura/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240708
DTSTAMP:20260511T220529
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SUMMARY:Muharram
DESCRIPTION:Many Muslims in countries such as the United States observe the start of the Islamic New Year on the first day of Muharram\, which is the first month in the Islamic calendar. \nIs Muharram a Public Holiday?\nMuharram is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday\, July 7\, 2024 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in United States. \nWhat Do People Do?\nSome Islamic organizations in the United States post announcements reminding people of the first day of Muharram prior to the event. Muharram is one of the four sanctified months in the Islamic calendar. Some Muslim Americans choose to fast during this month\, although fasting is not obligatory. Many Muslims engage in voluntary prayer\, including evening prayer\, during Muharram. \nThe Day of Ashura (or Ashurah) is known as the most sacred day in the month of Muharram. It is the 10th day of Muharram and is a day of fasting for many Sunni Muslims. Many Shi’a Muslims use the day to commemorate the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali in 680 CE. Some Muslims give to charity on this day. \nPublic Life\nThe first day of Muharram is an Islamic observance and is not a federal public holiday in the United States. \nBackground\nMuharram is the first month in the Islamic year and a time of mourning and peace. It is forbidden for Muslims to fight during this month. A number of important events in Islamic history have occurred in the month of Muharram. These include: \n\nThe Battle of Karbala (currently in Iraq) on the tenth day of Muharram in the year 680 CE\, during which Husayn ibn Ali\, a grandson of the Prophet Muhammed\, and his companions were killed.\nThe restriction of Husayn ibn Ali’s access to water on the seventh day.\n\nThe Shi’a and Sunni denominations of Islam attach different weights to these events and mark them in different ways.
URL:https://mahamontessori.com/event/muharram/
CATEGORIES:Muslim
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240618
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SUMMARY:Eid al-Adha
DESCRIPTION:For the more than 3 million Muslims in the US\, Eid al-Adha is one of the most important dates in the calendar. How do they celebrate? \nIs Eid al-Adha a Public Holiday?\nAlthough Eid al-Adha is not a public holiday\, businesses and schools may be closed because it falls on the same date as Juneteenth Freedom Day in 2024\, which is a public holiday in Utah. \nFestival of Sacrifice\nEid al-Adha (also spelled Eid ul-Adha) is a Muslim holiday that revolves around the concept of sacrifice. The holiday’s name is Arabic and translates as Festival or Feast of Sacrifice. \nIntroduced by the Prophet Muhammad during his lifetime\, the observance is inspired by the story of the Prophet Ibrahim. According to the Quran\, Ibrahim follows a command from Allah (God) to kill his son\, Ismail. As Ibrahim prepares for the sacrifice\, God replaces Ismail with a ram. \nA similar story appears in the Holy Scriptures of Christianity and Judaism\, though there are some differences. Most importantly\, God commands Abraham (Ibrahim) to kill his other son\, Isaac\, instead of Ishmael (Ismail). \nEid Celebrations in the US\nLike in other parts of the globe\, Muslims in the United States usually celebrate Eid al-Adha with prayer\, giving to charity\, and enjoying a festive meal. \nThe custom of sacrificing an animal at home\, widely practiced in predominantly Muslim countries\, is less common in the US. \nMorning Eid Prayers\nOn the morning of Eid al-Adha\, Muslims typically dress up in their finest clothes and assemble at the local mosque to pray together and hear a sermon. \nAt the end of the service\, people wish each other Eid Mubarak (Blessed Eid) and may exchange small gifts. \nDo US Muslims Sacrifice Animals?\nAnimal sacrifice on Eid al-Adha is a widespread custom in Muslim countries. People slaughter sheep\, cows\, or camels if they can afford it. They then distribute some of the meat among the poor and their friends. \nThis practice is much less common in the US. American Muslims often give money to charitable organizations that may distribute meat or provide other kinds of support to needy Muslim families at home or abroad. \nThose who opt to sacrifice an animal may commission a slaughterhouse instead of killing it themselves. \nA Family Feast\nLater in the day\, people usually meet with their family and friends to enjoy a festive meal together. \nMuslims in the US have cultural roots from all over the world—representing regions as diverse as Nigeria\, Pakistan\, and Indonesia—so the type of food varies greatly from one family to another. \nGenerally\, Eid al-Adha is famous for its extensive selection of savory dishes\, which is how the commemoration has earned its moniker\, Salty Eid. (Eid al-Fitr\, marking the end of Ramadan fasting\, features mostly sweet food and is aptly called the Sweet Eid.) \nPresidential Eid Greeting\nThe US president traditionally issues an official Eid greeting. They may also visit a mosque or hold a celebratory event at the White House to mark the occasion. \nSome May Celebrate in Mecca\nSome US Muslims may not celebrate Eid al-Adha at home because the observance coincides with the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. \nFor Muslims\, the Hajj is one of the most sacred religious duties\, on par with other central obligations like praying and fasting. Generally\, every Muslim is expected to make a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in their life. \nWhen Is Eid? It’s Complicated…\nThe easy part first: Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah\, the twelfth month in the Muslim calendar. \nHowever\, the dates of Islamic holidays are difficult to determine\, and Eid is no exception. The Muslim lunar calendar relies on actual Moon sightings\, so the date of Eid is usually up for discussion until the Waxing Crescent Moon has been spotted in the evening sky following the New Moon phase. (This is why we mark dates of Muslim holidays as “Tentative Date” on our holiday pages and may adjust them as soon as the official date has been announced.) \nAt the same time\, the Islamic calendar year is about 11 days shorter than the year in the western Gregorian calendar\, so Eid falls on an earlier Gregorian date every year. \nMuslim communities also follow different rules about how exactly to determine the date. So\, even within the US\, some communities may celebrate Eid on a different date than others. \nComplicating things even further\, some Muslims may celebrate the holiday for up to three days while others observe only the first day.
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SUMMARY:Eid al-Fitr
DESCRIPTION:Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It’s a festive occasion and one of the major observances in the Islamic calendar. \nIs Eid al-Fitr a Public Holiday?\nEid al-Fitr is not a public holiday in the US. Businesses have normal opening hours. However\, public schools in some areas close on the day. \nCelebrating the End of Ramadan\nOn the day of Eid al-Fitr (also spelled Eid ul Fitr)\, Muslims in the United States and worldwide mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It is observed on the first day of the Islamic month of Shawwal. \nPeople celebrate having accomplished the Ramadan fast (sawm)\, one of the most important and challenging religious duties for Muslims. This is why the holiday is also called the Festival of Breaking the Fast. It is thought of as Allah’s (God’s) reward for completing the task. \nA Big Deal for US Muslims\nMore than 3 million Muslims live in the United States\, and for them\, Eid al-Fitr is one of the biggest celebrations of the year. \nIn the country’s Muslim communities\, you are likely to see people dressed up nicely\, congregating for communal prayer\, hugging each other\, enjoying a festive meal together\, and wishing each other Eid Mubarak (Happy Eid). \nPrayer\, Charity\, and Sweet Dishes\nSo\, how exactly do American Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr? With Muslims from so many different backgrounds residing in the US\, Eid customs vary from one community and family to the next—but there are some common features. \nEid Prayer\nThe day of Eid usually starts with communal prayer at the local mosque or another communal space\, led by the local Imam. In cities with a sizeable Muslim population\, such as New York and Philadelphia\, people may congregate in parks or other public spaces. \nIn Washington DC\, the Capitol Hill lawn has traditionally been a place where thousands of worshippers gather during Eid. \nZakat al-Fitr\nMuslims are expected to give to charity on the occasion of Eid. This can be a donation of food or money to the poor to enable them to take part in Eid celebrations. Several organizations in the US also offer the option to make online donations. \nFood\nAs a culmination of a month-long fast\, a festive meal with a range of mouthwatering dishes is one of the most cherished features of Eid. In fact\, the Quran forbids fasting on this day. \nIn each family\, the food usually reflects the cultural background and unique family traditions. Many US Muslims are culturally linked to Arab countries in the Middle East and Africa. \nBut no matter the culture\, many of the dishes served on Eid al-Fitr are sweet\, so the occasion is also known as the Sugar Feast. \nGifts\nA favorite among children\, Eidi or Eidiya is the tradition of exchanging gifts on Eid al-Fitr. The Hadith\, a collection of texts about the Islamic Prophet Muhammad\, states: “Give gifts to one another\, you will love each other.” \nPresidential Eid Greeting\nThe US president traditionally issues an official Eid greeting. They may also visit a mosque or hold a festive dinner at the White House to mark the occasion. \nEid Celebrations Can Span up to Three Days\nEach year\, in the run-up to Eid\, Muslims across the US agree to disagree on the question: when is Eid? \nEid al-Fitr happens on the first day of Shawwal\, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar. In the western Gregorian calendar\, the holiday falls about 11 days earlier each year. \nHowever\, the beginning of each Islamic month and the dates of Muslim holidays are determined by Moon sightings. A new month begins when the Crescent Moon is spotted in the evening sky after the New Moon phase. But the rules of what constitutes a valid sighting vary. So\, some communities may celebrate two days\, sometimes even three days\, before or after other communities. Still\, within each community\, Eid usually only lasts for one day. \nInitiated by Prophet Muhammad\nScholars generally agree that Prophet Muhammad introduced the feast\, although the timing is debated. According to some traditions\, he initiated both Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha after his journey (Hijrah) from Mecca (Makkah) to Medina in 622 CE. \nIslam in the USA\nThe Muslim community in the USA is the largest in North America. About 3.5 million Muslims are estimated to live in the United States\, making Islam the country’s third-largest religion. \nIslam has been a part of American culture since the 19th century\, a result of the slave trade of the antebellum period. Historians estimate that up to one in three slaves brought to North America was a Muslim.
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SUMMARY:Lailat al-Qadr
DESCRIPTION:Laylat al Qadr is also known as the Night of Power or the Night of Destiny. It commemorates when Koran (Qur’an) was revealed to the prophet Muhammad (also known as Mohammad). Muslims in the United States celebrate the event\, also spelled as Laylat al-Qadr or Shab-e-Qadr\, on one of the last 10 days of the Islamic month of Ramadan. \nIs Lailat al-Qadr a Public Holiday?\nAlthough Lailat al-Qadr is not a public holiday\, businesses and schools may be closed because it falls on the same date as Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day in 2025\, which is a public holiday in Hawaii. \nWhat Do People Do?\nLaylat al Qadr marks the time when the Koran’s first verses were revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammed. It is also believed that this night marks their fate in the following year. Therefore\, many Muslims pray in the night to God for mercy\, forgiveness\, and salvation. This practice is also called Ehyaa. \nThis “Night of Power” is considered the most appropriate time of the entire year to pray for salvation and blessings. It is believed that a Muslim’s past sins are forgiven if the person prays throughout this night. Many people assemble at mosques during the Isha’ prayer\, with many prayers being made until midnight. \nPublic Life\nLaylat al-Qadr is not a federal public holiday in the United States. However\, many Islamic organizations and businesses may alter their opening hours and there may be some congestion around mosques\, particularly in the evening and at night. \nBackground\nLaylat al Qadr commemorates the night in 610 CE when Allah revealed the Koran (Islamic holy book) to the prophet Muhammad. The angel Gabriel first spoke to the prophet during that time\, which marked the beginning of Muhammed’s mission. These revelations continued throughout the remainder of his life\, according to Islamic belief. \nChildren begin studying the Koran from an early age and they celebrate the moment when they have read all the chapters for the first time. Many adults try to memorize the Koran. This day is also known as the Night of Power or the Night of Destiny. \nThere is a difference of opinion about the date for Laylat al-Qadr but\, in general\, it is agreed that it is most likely to be in the last 10 nights of Ramadan\, with the odd nights being more likely. Of the odd nights\, the night of the 27th (which is the night before the 27th of Ramadan\, as the Islamic day starts with nightfall) is most likely\, according to many Muslim scholars. \nThe Prophet Mohammad spent long periods\, particularly during Ramadan\, meditating about the world around him and looking for help to guide his people away from the moral evils and idolatry. On some occasions\, he traveled to the Cave of Hira\, a small cave in the hills near Mecca\, now in Saudi Arabia. It is believed that at some point\, probably in 610 CE\, he received the Koran’s first verses from God. \nLaylat al-Qadr marks the anniversary of this date. However\, it is unclear as to exactly when the revelations occurred. Hence many Muslims regard all of the last ten days of Ramadan as particularly holy and make an effort to visit a mosque and to read the Koran in this period.
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SUMMARY:Ramadan Starts
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan (also known as Ramadhan or Ramzan) is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It is a period of prayer\, fasting\, charity-giving and self-accountability for Muslims in the United States. The first verses of the Koran (Qu’ran) were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (also written as Mohammad or Muhammed) during the last third of Ramadan\, making this an especially holy period. \nIs Ramadan (first day) a Public Holiday?\nEven though Ramadan (first day) falls on Saturday\, March 1\, 2025\, it is a working day. Most businesses follow regular opening hours in United States. \nWhat Do People Do?\nRamadan is a month of fasting for many Muslims in the United States. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars (fundamental religious duties) of Islam. It is a time of self-examination and increased religious devotion. \nPeople of Islamic faith are encouraged to read the entire Qur’an during Ramadan. Some Muslims recite the entire Qur’an by the end of Ramadan through special prayers known as Tarawih\, which are held in mosques every night of the month\, during which a section of the Qur’an is recited. Ramadan is also a month for acts of charity. Some Islamic centers and organizations actively take part in charity events and activities such as giving basic necessities\, including food and clothing\, to the homeless or donating school equipment to schools. \nSome schools for students of Islamic faith may hold special events to welcome Ramadan. Some school authorities may issue requests on or prior to Ramadan\, asking staff members at all schools within a district to help Muslim students perform their fasting ritual. \nPublic Life\nMany Islamic businesses and organizations may amend opening hours to suit prayer times during Ramadan in the United States. There may also be some congestion around mosques during prayer times\, such as in the evenings. \nBackground\nRamadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar\, which consists of 12 months and lasts for about 354 days. The word “Ramadan” is derived from an Arabic word for intense heat\, scorched ground and shortness of food and drink. It is considered to be the most holy and blessed month. Fighting is not allowed during this period. \nThe month of Ramadan traditionally begins with a new moon sighting\, marking the start of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. Many Muslims (except children\, the sick and the elderly) abstain from food\, drink\, and certain other activities during daylight hours in Ramadan. This is considered as the holiest season in the Islamic year and commemorates the time when the Qu’ran (Islamic holy book) is said to have been revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. This occurred on Laylat Al-Qadr\, one of the last 10 nights of the month.  Ramadan ends when the first crescent of the new moon is sighted again\, marking the new lunar month’s start. Eid-al-Fitr is the Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan.
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SUMMARY:Isra and Mi'raj
DESCRIPTION:Many Muslims in the United States observe Isra and Mi’raj (Al Isra’ wal Miraj\, Lailat al Mi’raj\, or Laylat al Miraj). This event commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into heaven. It is observed on the 27th day of Rajab\, the seventh month in the Islamic calendar. \nIs Isra and Mi’raj a Public Holiday?\nIsra and Mi’raj is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours. \nWhat Do People Do?\nCustoms and traditions that center on Isra and Mi’raj vary in the United States. Many Muslims make special prayers in the evening. Some people attend prayer services and sermons at Islamic centers or mosques while others observe Isra and Mi’raj quietly at home. Some Muslims celebrate the event over two days. \nConferences about Isra and Mi’raj were held in some parts of the United States in recent times. It has also been reported (in various media) that thousands Muslims in California\, Wisconsin and other states celebrate this observance each year. This event gives people the chance to reflect on the importance of prayer. It is a time for people\, particularly students\, to learn more about Isra and Mi’raj\, what it means in Islamic faith\, and how it is applied in practice. \nPublic Life\nIsra and Mi’raj is not a federal public holiday in the United States. There may be some local congestion on roads around major mosques in the evening of the event. \nBackground\nIsra and Mi’raj is a two-fold event that commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into heaven\, according to Islamic belief. One night during the 10th year of Muhammad’s prophecy\, the angel Gabriel woke him and traveled with him to Jerusalem. Muhammad prayed at the site of the Temple of Solomon with the prophets Abraham\, Moses\, Jesus and others. \nThe Prophet Muhammad then rose to heaven (carried by Gabriel) from the rock of the temple mount\, where many people believe that the Dome of the Rock sanctuary now stands. Allah instructed Muhammad about the five daily prayers that all Muslims must observe. This day is also known as the Night Journey.
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