Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting to commemorate the first revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad.1. The word Ramadan" comes from the Arabic root ramiḍa or ar-ramaḍ, meaning "scorching heat" or "dryness".2. Ramadan is considered to be one of the Five Pillars of Islam.3. The observance of Ramadan is one of the oldest traditions in Islam, with some scholars tracing it back to the time of the Prophet Muhammad.4. The fast during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, and is obligatory for all able-bodied Muslims who are not exempt.5. The duration of the fast is from dawn to sunset, and Muslims are required to abstain from food, drink, and sexual activity during this time.6. Muslims are also required to refrain from all sinful behavior during Ramadan, including lying, stealing, and gossiping.7. The Quran is recited more often during Ramadan, and special prayers and supplications are made.8. Families and friends typically gather for iftar, the meal to break the fast, at sunset during Ramadan.9. Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan, is one of the biggest celebrations in the Muslim calendar.10. Ramadan is a time for introspection, prayer, and fasting, and is a chance for Muslims to renew their commitment to their faith."