RAMADAN 2022. The Ramadan fast lasts for one month, until the date of Eid al-Fitr, which is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 2. At what time can we eat in the evening and in the morning? The point on the rules to be respected and the schedules to break the fast.
What are the dates of Ramadan in 2022?
Ramadan began on April 2 and is expected to end on Monday, May 2, 2022 with Eid al-Fitr, according to astronomical calculations. It was during the Night of Doubt, after having observed the new quarter moon, that six federations of mosques, including the Great Mosque of Paris, specified the dates last March. The Night of Doubt thus confirming the end of Ramadan scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Thus, for a duration of 30 days – until May 2, 2022– the faithful fast from dawn until sunset. These times vary according to the city of residence in France.
Eid-ul-Fitr: when does Ramadan end?
Lhe Eid al-Fitr holiday is set for Monday, May 2, 2022. This party marks the end of Ramadan. Still called “Little party”, as opposed to the Big party of theEid el-Kebir, Eid al-Fitr gives rise to various festivities. After a prayer at the mosque, Muslims, on the occasion of a hearty lunch, can offer themselves gifts or different dishes starting with pastries. This is also the time to fulfill the religious obligation of zakat, namely charity.
What is Zakat Al-Fitr?
It is also a tradition that practitioners adorn themselves with new clothes and pay an alms dedicated to the poor called Zakat El Fitr. This custom thus makes it possible to validate the month of young of Ramadan. It is generally the father of the family who pays a sum of 7 euros to the people for whom he is responsible.
Ramadan 2022: what time can we eat in the morning and evening?
L‘Iftar, which corresponds to the moment of breaking the fast. Practitioners can then eat and drink during a convivial family meal. This year, Iftar takes place around 8:30 p.m. at the beginning of April and around 9 p.m. at the end of April. here are the start of fasting and end of fasting times for the first week of Ramadan depending on the city* :
Ramadan calendar and times in Paris:
| dates | Fasting start time (Fajr) | Fasting end time (Maghrib) |
| Wednesday April 27 | 4:52 | 9:03 p.m. |
| Thursday April 28 | 4h50 | 9:04 p.m. |
| Friday April 29 | 4:48 | 9:06 p.m. |
| Saturday April 30 | 4:46 | 9:07 p.m. |
Ramadan calendar and times in Marseille:
| dates | Fasting start time (Fajr) | Fasting end time (Maghrib) |
| Wednesday April 27 | 4:49 | 8:38 p.m. |
| Thursday April 28 | 4:47 | 8:39 p.m. |
| Friday April 29 | 4:45 | 8:40 p.m. |
| Saturday April 30 | 4:43 | 8:42 p.m. |
Ramadan calendar and times in Lyon:
| dates | Fasting start time (Fajr) | Fasting end time (Maghrib) |
| Wednesday April 27 | 4:42 | 8:45 p.m. |
| Thursday April 28 | 4h40 | 8:46 p.m. |
| Friday April 29 | 4:38 | 8:48 p.m. |
| Saturday April 30 | 4:35 | 8:49 p.m. |
Ramadan calendar and times in Strasbourg:
| dates | Fasting start time (Fajr) | Fasting end time (Maghrib) |
| Wednesday April 27 | 4:31 | 8:40 p.m. |
| Thursday April 28 | 4:28 | 8:42 p.m. |
| Friday April 29 | 4:26 | 8:43 p.m. |
| Saturday April 30 | 4:24 | 8:45 p.m. |
Ramadan calendar and times in Amiens:
| dates | Fasting start time (Fajr) | Fasting end time (Maghrib) |
| Wednesday April 27 | 4:52 | 9:06 p.m. |
| Thursday April 28 | 4h50 | 9:07 p.m. |
| Friday April 29 | 4:48 | 9:09 p.m. |
| Saturday April 30 | 4:46 | 9:10 p.m. |
Ramadan calendar and times in Mulhouse:
| dates | Fasting start time (Fajr) | Fasting end time (Maghrib) |
| Wednesday April 27 | 5:03 | 8:54 p.m. |
| Thursday April 28 | 5:01 | 8:56 p.m. |
| Friday April 29 | 4:59 | 8:57 p.m. |
| Saturday April 30 | 4:57 | 8:58 p.m. |
Ramadan calendar and times in Lille:
| dates | Fasting start time (Fajr) | Fasting end time (Maghrib) |
| Wednesday April 27 | 4:49 | 9:05 p.m. |
| Thursday April 28 | 4:47 | 9:06 p.m. |
| Friday April 29 | 4:45 | 9:08 p.m. |
| Saturday April 30 | 4:43 | 9:09 p.m. |
*Source: Paris Mosque
What is the origin of Ramadan?
To find the origin of Ramadan, we must go back to the year 610. The angel Gabriel would have appeared to the prophet Muhammad in order to reveal the Koran to him. This revelation – Laylat al-Qadr or Night of Destiny – would have occurred during Ramadan. It is to commemorate this event that Muslims practice fasting for a month. Formed by the Arabic root “ar-ramad”, Ramadan means “scorching heat”.
What to eat during Ramadan?
Dates, Chorba, Harira, semolina, wheat, oriental pastries… Each evening, when the sun goes down, the fast can be broken. It’s’iftar, or the evening meal. Until dawn – hour of theimsak – Muslims are allowed to eat and drink.
What are the prohibitions during Ramadan?
In addition to fasting, practitioners must observe very strict behavioral rules and respect certain prohibitions. During this ascetic period, they will not be able to have sex during the day, smoke, make obscene remarks or wear makeup. It is important to note that inadvertent eating does not imply atonement or catch-up fasting. The stunned thus benefits from a certain indulgence. Conversely, a deliberate transgression of the rules recommended by Ramadan annuls the fast. Finally, Muslims practicing Ramadan pray five times a day, one of the prayers taking place at the time of breaking the fast. Since the prayer times are determined by the movement of the sun, they must refer to a calendar of prayer times.
Who can follow Ramadan?
All pubescent people are targeted by the fast. Some Muslims may however be exempted from this practice in strictly defined cases: in case of chronic illness, pregnancy, travel or old age.
How long is Ramadan in different countries?
To wish a happy Ramadan to loved ones, it is customary to pronounce “Ramadan Mubarak!”