How else can the significance of an act of worship be conveyed other than by saying, “Prayer is the pillar of religion; ...

For believers, the holy month is about much more than fasting. It's a time for reflection and compassion — to give to the less fortunate, gather with community to break the daily fasts, and pray.

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan is set to begin. Here's what you need to know about the period and how it's observed.