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Roman Amphitheater — Amman, Jordan which dates back to the second century AD

Roman Amphitheater — Amman, Jordan which dates back to the second century AD

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20130710 (First day of Ramadan — رَمَضَان)

Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. — 2 Timothy 2:15 (ESV)

**أنا اسمي [Ana ismee] — My name is ___.

ما اسمك؟ [maa ismek?] — What is your name? For males — ما اسمكَ؟ [ma ismuka?] For females — ما اسمكِ؟ [ma ismuki?] إن شاء الله [Inshaa' Allah] — God willing ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّٰهِ [Alhamdulillah] — thank God مِنْ فَضْلِك [Min fudluk] — please أهلاً [Ahlan] — hello شُكْرًا [Shukran] — thank you كَيْفَ حَالَك [Keef Haalak] — How are you? أَنَا بِخَيْر [Ana bekheer] — I am fine.**

**السَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ [**Asalamu Aleikum] — peace be upon you

**وَعَلَيْكُمُ السَّلَامُ [**Wa alaikum as-salam] — and upon you (all) peace

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**رَمَضَان [**Ramadan]

**إفطار [**Iftar]

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered one of the holiest months for Muslims around the world. During Ramadan, Muslims observe a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Here are some key aspects of Ramadan:

  1. Fasting (Sawm): From dawn until sunset, Muslims abstain from eating, drinking, smoking, and marital relations. The pre-dawn meal is called Suhoor, and the meal to break the fast after sunset is called Iftar. Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, which are the core beliefs and practices that shape the lives of Muslims.
  2. Prayer and Spiritual Reflection: Muslims are encouraged to increase their prayers and recitations of the Quran. The Taraweeh prayers, special evening prayers, are conducted in congregation at mosques, where long portions of the Quran are recited each night.
  3. Charity (Zakat and Sadaqah): Giving to those in need is emphasized during Ramadan. Muslims often pay Zakat, which is an obligatory form of charity, and give additional voluntary charity (Sadaqah) to help the less fortunate.
  4. Community and Family: Ramadan is a time for communal gatherings and breaking the fast together. It is common for families and friends to come together for Iftar, and for Muslims to invite others to share in the meal.
  5. Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Decree): This is considered the holiest night of the year for Muslims. It is believed to be the night when the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad. It falls within the last ten days of Ramadan, often observed on the 27th night. Muslims spend this night in prayer and worship, seeking forgiveness and blessings.
  6. Eid al-Fitr: The conclusion of Ramadan is marked by the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, a festival that involves communal prayers, feasting, giving of gifts, and charity. It is a day of joy and gratitude for having completed the month of fasting and worship.