By: Nahed Shata
Two major holidays on the Islamic CalendarRamadan and Eid al-FitrHajj (Pilgrimage) & Eid al-Adha
Rituals Foods Celebrations
Ramadan Month when Quaran was revealed to the
Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) All evil spirits (Jinn) chained Reflect and be thankful 29-30 days of fasting from Sunrise to Sunset What does “fasting” encompass? Who are exempt from fasting during
Ramadan? Tarawih prayers and Quaran Recitation Lailat al-Kader – the 27th of Ramadan Zakat
Children playing with Fawanees (lanterns)
Family getting together for Iftar (time of breaking day fast)
Halaqas in Mosques for young boys and girls
Baking holiday cookies 3-Day Eid celebration Eid prayers and gift giving
Ramadan Overviewhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta8j1z5LkJo
Ramadan for Kidshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rP12vjQXzbY
5th Pillar of Islam Journey of a lifetime, desired by every
Muslim First ordained by Allah to Ibrahim and
was told to build the Ka’ba 15 days of performing Hajj rites Upon whom is it obligatory to perform
Hajj? Hajj rites
Story of Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail
Sacrificing of sheep and givingThe NeedyFamilyFriends
4-Day celebration Holiday Dish – Rice & Meat Eid prayers and family get-together
Hajjhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=WCe4bOlBE1k