They then end the fast at sunset, with a meal called Iftar. During Ramadan, Muslims also increase their acts of worship and perform extra prayers at night called Taraweeh. 5. Hajj (Pilgrimage to ...
On the World Day of Prayer and Fasting held on the Oct. 7 feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Francis addressed a letter to Catholics in the Middle East on the one-year anniversary of Hamas ...
Catholics around the world are gathering for the commencement of the 32nd annual International Week of Prayer and Fasting (IWOPF) under the theme “Conquering the Darkness: Triumph of Mercy ...
Married women observe Karwa Chauth with a day-long fast, praying to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for their husband's long life. The fast ends after sighting and offering prayers to the moon.