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Why Ramadan is one of the holiest months for Muslims
Learn what it's like to fast during Ramadan
The significance of Bayram in Islam
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Why Ramadan is one of the holiest months for Muslims
Ramadan traditionally begins with the sighting of the waxing crescent moon.
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Learn what it's like to fast during Ramadan
An introduction to Ramadan as experienced by a 14-year-old boy.
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The significance of Bayram in Islam
A family in Germany celebrates Eid al-Fitr (referred to as Bayram in this video),...
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