Stroudsburg Islamic Center
Ramadan Countdown 1448 AH
Prepare your heart for a blessed month of fasting, prayer, Qur’an, charity, and drawing closer to Allah (SWT).
Expected first fast: Monday, February 8, 2027
Dates are estimates and may change according to local crescent-moon sighting announcements.
The Blessed Month of Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and the month in which the Qur’an was revealed. Muslims observe fasting from dawn until sunset, increase their worship, remember Allah (SWT), give charity, and strive to improve their character.
Ramadan is an opportunity to renew our intentions, practice patience, strengthen family and community bonds, and show kindness to those in need.
“The month of Ramadan is that in which the Qur’an was revealed as guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion.”
Prepare for Ramadan
🕌 Strengthen your worship: Maintain your daily prayers and make time for remembrance of Allah.
📖 Reconnect with the Qur’an: Set a realistic goal for recitation, reflection, and learning.
🤲 Make sincere dua: Ask Allah (SWT) for forgiveness, guidance, and acceptance of your deeds.
💚 Give generously: Support people in need and look for opportunities to serve your community.
👨👩👧👦 Prepare together: Encourage your family to approach Ramadan with good intentions and kindness.
Upcoming Ramadan Dates
The following dates are estimates. The beginning of Ramadan is determined according to the crescent-moon sighting and the announcement followed by the local Muslim community.
| Islamic Year | Expected First Fast | Weekday |
|---|---|---|
| 1448 AH | February 8, 2027 | Monday |
| 1449 AH | January 28, 2028 | Friday |
| 1450 AH | January 16, 2029 | Tuesday |
| 1451 AH | January 5, 2030 | Saturday |
Please follow announcements from the Islamic Center or the moon-sighting authority your community follows for the confirmed date.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Ramadan begin?
Ramadan begins with the start of the Islamic lunar month. The first fasting day follows the start of the month, and the exact date depends on the accepted crescent-moon determination for your community.
Why does the Ramadan date change each year?
The Islamic calendar is lunar and is shorter than the Gregorian solar calendar by approximately 10 to 11 days each year. Therefore, Ramadan moves earlier through the seasons of the Gregorian calendar.
When does daily fasting begin and end?
Fasting begins at Fajr (dawn) and ends at Maghrib (sunset). Check the prayer timetable followed by your local mosque for the correct daily times.
How can I prepare spiritually?
Begin by strengthening your prayers, reading the Qur’an, making dua, giving charity, and treating others with patience, kindness, and generosity.
Where can I find Ramadan announcements?
Follow announcements from Stroudsburg Islamic Center and the local moon-sighting authority your community follows.
Welcome Ramadan with Our Community
May Allah (SWT) allow us to reach Ramadan, benefit from its blessings, accept our fasting and prayers, and grant us forgiveness. Ameen.
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