The
word Ramadan means “scorcher” in Arabic.
Ramadan, ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar,
the holy month of fasting for adult Muslims. According
to the Qur'an (Koran), the sacred scripture of Islam,
God requires the fast of Ramadan so that believers
“may cultivate piety.” The month of Ramadan
is particularly sacred to Muslims because the Qur’an
was first revealed to Muhammad, the prophet of Islam,
during this month.
Fasting
during Ramadan is the fourth of the five pillars
of Islam, the essential religious duties of all
adult Muslims. These pillars are described in the
Qur'an. Fasting, according to the Qur'an, begins
each morning when “the white thread can be
distinguished from the black thread of dawn.”
It continues until sunset. The time when they fast
break is called Iftar.
Dubai
is a place where we have People adapting Western
Culture and also the most Modernized place, still
the people value their Religion. On one hand Dubai
entertains people with Concerts & Shows, on
the other hand they also have Promotions for The
Holy Month of Ramadan to focus on Charity.
Dubai
Chamber of Commerce and Industry organises a popular
annual Ramadan promotion "Dubai: The City that
Cares 2002 (DCC). The popular annul Ramadan promotion
"Dubai: The City that Cares 2002 (DCC)",
is organized by The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and
Industry (DCCI). This promotion will high light
this year the importance of charitable initiatives
around the world.
Organisers
have increased its budget by Dh2 million to Dh12
million. Total value of sponsorship is over Dh4
million, including Dh1 million to be donated in
cash to charity and Dh3 million in prizes through
raffle draws.
The
event has also roped in the UAE Red Crescent Society
and Unicef for the first time in its five-year history.
This will increase the amount of charity to be donated
among children of some of the world's troubled regions.
For
Details contact: Dubai Chamber of Commerce.
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