Articles related to "Shawwal"

After having fasted for the month of Ramadan, although not an obligation, it is recommended to fast for six additional days of the following lunar month (Shawwal).

Ramadan is the ninth of 12 lunar months observed in Islam. Rules surrounding its practice are found in the Quran and the Sunnah (traditions of Prophet Muhammad, pbuh).

Seviyan Kheer is milky sweet vermicelli flavored with nuts and dry fruits. It has long been associated with the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr.

Islam recognizes only 2 holidays. While they are similar in some ways, Eid Al-Adha is quite different in many ways than Eid Al-Fitr - including who observes it.

The Islamic lunar calendar has twelve months. How does the Muslim Hijri calendar differ from the Gregorian solar calendar?