Date/Time:
March 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025
Ramadan in Morocco
Ramadan takes place throughout March 2025 & will set a slower pace for the area.
Being in country that takes part in Ramadan each year it’s good to be considerate of this time
The clocks have aligned to allow an earlier sunset that allows the fast to be broken at Iftar
You will find people may be more reserved as during this time they are practice more reflection, prayer & worship
Business hours can vary in Ramadan usually closing early to allowing more time for evening worship
You can support & honour Muslims during this practice by:
Dressing modestly as a sign of respect
Appreciate a slower pace & take the opportunity to practice being more mindful
Being more understanding, compassionate & forgiving
Using the time to be more reflective & practice gratitude for all you have
You are not expected to fast however you will find support if you’d like to try
The evening meal Iftar is usually shared with family & the local community
A little more information about this time
During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to dusk, and also engage in worship, charitable giving, and strengthening family ties.
Fasting
- Muslims abstain from food, drink, and sexual activity during daylight hours
- Fasting is a private act of worship that brings Muslims closer to God
- It’s also a form of spiritual discipline and a way to empathize with those less fortunate
Worship Muslims perform optional prayers, They read the Qu’ran, They send salutations (salawat) upon the Prophet Muhammad, and They increase their Islamic knowledge.
Charitable giving Muslims increase their charitable giving.
Family ties Muslims strengthen family ties.
Connection with Allah
- The goal of Ramadan is to gain a deeper connection with Allah
Other practices
- Muslims avoid sinful behavior & things such as social media, talking
- It is seen as a purification of the the body, mind & soul
Body during fasting
The body uses its stores of carbohydrate and fat to provide energy during fasting hours
