Ramadan Day 26 – The 27th Night

“Whereas many of us are used to the Gregorian calendar, Muslims also follow the Hijri (Lunar) calendar to set dates. Interestingly, whereas many of us are used to night following day, in the Hijri calendar, night comes first. In other words, the next day begins after sunset (not 1 second after midnight), thus the title above. The photographs below relate to the worship that occurred during the 27th night. The last ten days of Ramadan result in a concerted focus on worship. The Qur’an was revealed within the last 10 days of Ramadan and it is a time for greater reflection and to seek (through prayer) what is within ones heart and mind.”

Ramadan Day 18 – Ajwa – The special date

Ajwa Dates (the black ones)Ajwa Dates

“Ajwa dates are grown in Madinah and according to Islamic tradition were a favourite of the Prophet. Indeed they are unique to the city, and many Muslims will go out of their way to buy these. Dates are rich in natural fibres and Ajwa specifically has been pointed out for its effectiveness at tackling many diseases (source:http://stay-healthy-and-energetic.blogspot.com/2011/03/cure-for-heart-attack.html)”