Culture Corner Update - Ramadan, the Islamic holy month began on April 12 and runs until May 11 this year. Ramadan is a festive time in Islam, meant for togetherness and community. The term Ramadan came from the Arabic word ramida which means scorching heat. During Ramadan, Muslims are obliged to fast. Fasting is not only a form of abstaining food and drinks. It also involves refraining from sinful acts like lying, cursing, gossiping, bad intentions, and other similar things. It meant to help Muslims to clear their mind and body. To break the fast, they often eat dates just like what Muhammad did. Ramadan is concluded by Eid ul Fitr or the largest festivity ending Ramadan. Muslims wear their best clothes, give gifts, visit mosques, eat a lot, and spend time with their family during this day. It is considered as a day of gratitude for surpassing the spiritual month.