Ramadan

The holy month of Ramadan will be celebrated this year during August. The first day of Ramadan will be Monday, August 1, 2011. During Ramadan, Muslims must fast each day from dawn (approximately 1 ½ hours before sunrise) until after sunset. During these hours, a Muslim cannot consume any food or liquids. Ramadan is followed by the celebration of Eid- ul-Fitr, one of two Islamic holiday observances. This year’s Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on Tuesday, August 30, 2011.

Special accommodations may need to be made for Muslim military members observing the Fast. Such accommodations may include: Soldiers that may work a late shift, i.e., hospitals, Military police; may request to be released from duty at least 1 ½ hours before sunset to make preparations for Iftar (Fast Breaking Meal) and the sunset prayer. Additionally, Muslims may request an alternate daily physical training program and schedule as well as exemption from any rigorous field training exercises.

For more information, visit the FIQH Council of North America website at: http://fiqhcouncil.org/

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