They then end the fast at sunset, with a meal called Iftar. During Ramadan, Muslims also increase their acts of worship and perform extra prayers at night called Taraweeh. 5. Hajj (Pilgrimage to ...

The fast is broken at the end of the day with prayer and a festive meal called an iftar. It is customary to visit family and friends following the iftar. During Ramadan, many Muslims go to the mosque ...

Catholics around the world are gathering for the commencement of the 32nd annual International Week of Prayer and Fasting (IWOPF ... in the lands of which the Scriptures speak most often.” ...

The fast is symbolic of their prayers for the long life and prosperity of their husbands. The rituals are rooted in devotion and are passed down through generations as an expression of love and ...

Last Sunday, Muslims congregated at Sir Ali Muslim Club in Nairobi and Tononoka grounds in Mombasa to hold special prayers for rain ... to give charity during the fasting period.

which is why there can be discrepancies between the days different countries start and end their fast. Muslim faithfuls converge for the Eid al-Fitr prayers at the Sir Ali Muslim Club ,Ngara ...

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The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II has declared a two-week fasting and prayer for peaceful elections and bountiful harvest. A statement by Chief Stanley Obamwonyi, Esere of Benin on Tuesday ...

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The Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN), Lagos State Chapter, has declared a seven-day fasting and prayer session for the nation over the current economic challenges.

2, 2024. (photo: Daniel Ibanez / EWTN) Courtney Mares/CNA Vatican October 2, 2024 Pope Francis has called for a global day of prayer and fasting on Oct. 7 to mark the one-year anniversary of the ...