IMPORTANCE OF RAMADAN 2017 IN DUBAI (UAE)

Ramadan 2017

When is Ramadan 2017 Dubai

Are you looking for  when is Ramadan 2017 Dubai, Golf or Date of Ramadan 2017 in Dubai. Ramadan 2017 in Dubai  will end on the 25th or 26th of June depending on the sighting of the moon.Ramadan which is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar is a holy month for Muslims. During Ramadan, fasting is obligated on every Muslim, man, and woman. They don’t eat, drink, smoke or inhale any sort of substance from dawn to dusk. Muslims are also encouraged to refrain from sins and indulge themselves in religious activities.

Dates of Ramadan from 2013 to 2022 in Dubai:

Ramadan Year	First Day of Ramadan	Last Day of Ramadan
2013	July 9	August 7
2014	June 28	July 27
2015	June 18	July 17
2016	June 7	July 6
2017	May 26	June 24
2018	May 16	June 14
2019	May 6	June 4
2020	April 24	May 23
2021	April 13	May 12
2022	April 3	May 2

Life in Dubai Gets Quieter as Ramadan Approaches

Normally, life in Dubai is pretty glamorous and liberated for both the Muslim and the non-Muslim population. However, as Ramadan approaches, the environment around you changes quite a bit. During Ramadan, all restaurants, bars, and clubs, with the exception of a few hidden cafes are closed during the day.  

Publicly eating and drinking is also prohibited and may result in a heavy penalty if authorities catch you. However, Ramadan 2017 Dubai beginning in June will allow restaurants to experience a busy time after sunset as people will approach them for iftar and suhur meals.  Moreover, you will find shops, malls, and streets to be quiet empty during Ramadan as Muslims get busy in religious prayers and other holy practices. People are also expected to be dressed comparatively modestly during Ramadan.

The True Spirit of Ramadan

Ramadan 2017 in Dubai will provide an opportunity to the government to set up charities for the underprivileged members of the society. Since Muslims are required to spend more and more during this month, NGOs and government funds are often successful in collecting enough money to help the poor and needy of the community. 

Muslims also gather to perform a special prolonged prayer called Taraweeh after the Isha prayer. Moreover, the community comes closer during this month as they meet for iftar parties and religious gatherings.