Ramadan Etiquette

By
Emiratweet
 – August 8, 2010

Ramadan is right around the corner, which means the preparation for Ramadan has officially started. While many are in grocery stores, re-organizing/ decorating their houses, or visiting their family members to greet them, ect. We decided to sit in and post something about the “Etiquette of Ramadan” to our non-muslim friends, followers, fans and supporters. As many knows Ramadan is a very special month to all Muslims around the world. It is the month of fasting. Fasting is a great act of worship for us Muslims, where we neglect the desires to please Allah. It is also a means of achieving piety and righteousness.
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “He who does not give up false speech and evil actions, Allah doesn’t need his refraining from food and drink.”
The most important components of Ramadan are: fasting, giving charity, praying, self- accountability and meditating. And most importantly is that you DON’T:
  • Don’t drink, smoke or chew gum in public
  • Don’t shout or be furious
  • Don’t drive rash
  • Don’t try to pester a Muslim into breaking his or her fast.
  • Don’t wear revealing clothes (modesty and decency is respectfully asked)
  • Don’t raise the volume of your stereo or TV during the prayer hours
  • Don’t swear in public.
  • Be understanding
It is always nice to greet “Ramadan Kareem/Mubarak”. The non Muslims are not obliged anything other than showing respect for our beliefs, by avoiding drinking and eating out in public during the fasting hours.
Ramadan Kareem to all those that apply!