The first Ramadan that Muslims observed as a religious obligation was in the second year after the migration of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) from Mecca to Medina, which is known as the year 2 AH (After Hijrah).
Before this, Muslims used to fast voluntarily, but it was during this Ramadan that the obligation of fasting was revealed in the Qur’an, as Allah says in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183):
“O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous”
Upon receiving this commandment from Allah, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his companions began to observe the fast during the month of Ramadan. This was a significant moment in Islamic history, as it marked the formal establishment of one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
The first Ramadan fast for the early Muslim community was a challenging experience, as they were not yet accustomed to the rigors of fasting for an entire month. However, they persevered and found strength in their faith and their sense of community.
Today, Muslims all over the world continue to observe the fast of Ramadan every year, following in the footsteps of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his companions. It is a time of spiritual renewal, self-discipline, and community building, as Muslims come together to break their fasts and engage in acts of charity and worship.
Before this, Muslims used to fast voluntarily, but it was during this Ramadan that the obligation of fasting was revealed in the Qur’an, as Allah says in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183):
“O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous”
Upon receiving this commandment from Allah, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his companions began to observe the fast during the month of Ramadan. This was a significant moment in Islamic history, as it marked the formal establishment of one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
The first Ramadan fast for the early Muslim community was a challenging experience, as they were not yet accustomed to the rigors of fasting for an entire month. However, they persevered and found strength in their faith and their sense of community.
Today, Muslims all over the world continue to observe the fast of Ramadan every year, following in the footsteps of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his companions. It is a time of spiritual renewal, self-discipline, and community building, as Muslims come together to break their fasts and engage in acts of charity and worship.
Hassan
Hassan Al Maqbali
Content Creator & Website Manager at Omanspire
Hassan Al Maqbali is a dedicated content creator and the website manager at Omanspire, where he writes passionately about Oman's culture, history, and the timeless stories that shape the nation’s identity. His work reflects a deep love for the Sultanate and a commitment to sharing its beauty with the world.
Driven by a desire to widen global understanding of Oman, Hassan creates narratives that present the country through diverse perspectives—capturing its people, heritage, landscapes, and evolving cultural heartbeat. Through Omanspire, he hopes to bring readers closer to the spirit of Oman, one story at a time.
