Ramadan 2025: crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia; the holy month starts saturday

Ramadan 2025, the pious month of fasting for Muslims across the world, commences on the evening of February 28. These dates are determined by the new moon sighting, which officially marks the beginning of the month.

The wait is finally over as the crescent moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia today, signaling the start of Ramadan, as per the moon sighting committee announcement. Muslims around the world will now embark on a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection, embracing Ramadan's spiritual journey, as quoted in a report by Arab News.

After the crescent moon was sighted, Saudi Arabia SC formally declared that Ramadan would start on Saturday, March 1.


All Saudi Arabian Muslims were urged by the Supreme Court on Thursday to observe the Ramadan crescent on Friday night.

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According to the court, if someone sees the Ramadan crescent with their own eyes or through binoculars, they should either call the closest court to their location and give their testimony there, or they can get in touch with the closest center to be directed to the closest court, as per a report.

Other Muslims who want to see the moon are encouraged to do so by the Saudi Arabian moon sighting committee, which typically observes the moon in the days preceding the anticipated start of Ramadan.

Ramadan significance

Ramadan is the month of blessing, during which the Holy Qur'an was revealed to Prophet Muhammad. Fasting is an important practice that promotes spiritual growth and a stronger connection to one's faith. It entails avoiding food and liquids for 30 days straight, from sunrise to sunset.

The practice seeks to promote charity, patience, and communal well-being. This month-long fasting is one of Islam's five pillars. Muslims strengthen their spirituality and amplify faith during the month of forgiveness.

FAQs

What does the month of Ramadan mean?
The holy month of Ramadan is a time for prayer, fasting, and introspection in remembrance of Prophet Muhammad receiving the Holy Qur'an.

How did the start of Ramadan get verified?
According to Arab News, the crescent moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia on Friday night, marking the beginning of the holy month.