Ramadan, the month -long fasting period in Islam, is approaching. This means that Muslims around the world will refrain from, for example, food and drink during the time between dawn to sunset every day during this period.
At the same time, it is also a time for reflection, prayer and good deeds.
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When is Ramadan 2025 in Sweden? Date
According to Swedish Radio and UNHCR, Ramadan will start on Friday evening on February 28. However, the date for the start of Ramadan can vary depending on where you are and how the moon is interpreted.
In some places, for example at the Islamic Federation Stockholm’s mosque, it is therefore said that Ramadan 2025 in Sweden will only start on Saturday, March 1.
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Ramadan is then expected to last until 29 or March 30.
Do you have to fast under the Ramadan?
Fasting under Ramadan is one of the five pillars in Islam. However, everyone does not fast. For example, sick, pregnant, elderly or people who menstruate the exceptions from fasting, according to UNHCR.
When is EID al-Fitr 2025? Date of the holiday in Sweden
According to the Institute of Languages and Memories, Eid al-Fitr can be translated into the fasting party’s party. In 2025, the holiday is expected to fall on Sunday, March 30.
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Source: National EncyclopediaThe Sweden’s radioThe UNHCR and Institute of Language and Population