Sawm

• Holds the Night of Power, when Jibril first appeared to Muhammad and started revealing the Qur'an
• Jibril instructed Muhammad to start reciting his words to others
• Muslims aim to stay awake throughout the odd-numbered dates in the second half of Ramadan, praying and studying the Qur'an
• "Fasting is prescribed for you... so that you may be mindful of God"
• During Ramadan, Muslims focus on their faith by fasting, studying the Quran, giving to charity, and trying to please God
• Food, drink, smoking, and sex are prohibited during daylight hours in Ramadan
• Children, people who are ill, pregnant, or breastfeeding can be excused from fasting during Ramadan
• The fast during Ramadan is broken at sunset, followed by extra prayers