San Bernardino Ramadan Guide (with Fasting Calendar 2024)

Discover the unique spirit of Ramadan in San Bernardino with our comprehensive guide. Tailored for our vibrant city, this guide features a fasting calendar, essential health and nutrition advice, local community events, and reflections to enrich your Ramadan experience.

Sehar Iftar Timetable (Ramadan 2024)

Embrace the holy month with our 2024 Ramadan schedule, designed specifically for San Bernardino.

FIQA JAFRIA:: SUHOOR: -10 MINS | IFTAR: +10 MINS
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Calculation Method: Islamic Society of North America (ISNA)

Date	Ramadan Date	Day	Sehar	Iftar
11-Mar	1	Monday	5:56 AM	6:54 PM
12-Mar	2	Tuesday	5:55 AM	6:55 PM
13-Mar	3	Wednesday	5:54 AM	6:55 PM
14-Mar	4	Thursday	5:52 AM	6:56 PM
15-Mar	5	Friday	5:51 AM	6:57 PM
16-Mar	6	Saturday	5:50 AM	6:58 PM
17-Mar	7	Sunday	5:48 AM	6:59 PM
18-Mar	8	Monday	5:47 AM	6:59 PM
19-Mar	9	Tuesday	5:45 AM	7:00 PM
20-Mar	10	Wednesday	5:44 AM	7:01 PM
21-Mar	11	Thursday	5:43 AM	7:02 PM
22-Mar	12	Friday	5:41 AM	7:03 PM
23-Mar	13	Saturday	5:40 AM	7:03 PM
24-Mar	14	Sunday	5:38 AM	7:04 PM
25-Mar	15	Monday	5:37 AM	7:05 PM
26-Mar	16	Tuesday	5:35 AM	7:06 PM
27-Mar	17	Wednesday	5:34 AM	7:06 PM
28-Mar	18	Thursday	5:32 AM	7:07 PM
29-Mar	19	Friday	5:31 AM	7:08 PM
30-Mar	20	Saturday	5:30 AM	7:09 PM
31-Mar	21	Sunday	5:28 AM	7:09 PM
1-Apr	22	Monday	5:27 AM	7:10 PM
2-Apr	23	Tuesday	5:25 AM	7:11 PM
3-Apr	24	Wednesday	5:24 AM	7:12 PM
4-Apr	25	Thursday	5:22 AM	7:12 PM
5-Apr	26	Friday	5:21 AM	7:13 PM
6-Apr	27	Saturday	5:19 AM	7:14 PM
7-Apr	28	Sunday	5:18 AM	7:15 PM
8-Apr	29	Monday	5:16 AM	7:15 PM
9-Apr	30	Tuesday	5:15 AM	7:16 PM

Begin your day with the Sehr meal before dawn and conclude with Iftar in the evening, staying connected with essential prayer times and fostering spiritual renewal.

Fasting Rules and Recommendations

Fasting from dawn to sunset during Ramadan is not just a practice but a transformative journey that combines faith, spiritual growth, and self-discipline. The holy month brings both the spiritual enlightenment and health benefits that fasting brings to our lives.

1. Intention is Key (Niyyah):

Each day before the pre-dawn meal (Suhoor), it’s crucial to set your intention to fast. This personal commitment is the foundation of your fasting journey, aligning your heart and mind with your spiritual goals.

2. Understanding Exemptions:

Recognizing that personal circumstances vary, Islam provides exemptions from fasting for those who are sick, elderly, pregnant, breastfeeding, menstruating, or traveling.

If you fall into any of these categories, you’re encouraged to either make up the missed fasts at a later date or offer a meal to someone in need for each day missed. This flexibility underscores the faith’s emphasis on compassion and individual well-being.

3. Fasting Hours and Practices:

Observing the exact timing of fasting, from pre-dawn (Suhoor) to sunset (Iftar), is vital. Our community in San Bernardino follows these timings closely, adapting to our local geographical nuances. Breaking your fast with dates and water not only follows the Sunnah but also provides essential nutrients to replenish your energy.

4. Behavioral Conduct and Spiritual Growth:

Ramadan is a time to foster not only physical discipline but also spiritual and moral growth. Engaging in additional prayers, reading the Quran, and performing acts of charity are highly encouraged. This holy month calls for a reflection on our behavior, urging us to avoid negative speech and actions, and to strive for personal betterment.

5. Community and Togetherness:

One of the beauties of Ramadan is how it brings our community together, reinforcing bonds through shared meals and prayers. Participating in communal Iftars and Taraweeh prayers enriches our collective spirit, providing support and encouragement to everyone involved.

6. Balancing Health with Spirituality:

While fasting is spiritually rewarding, it’s essential to listen to your body and maintain your health. A balanced diet, adequate hydration during non-fasting hours, and moderate physical activity can help you sustain your fast while keeping your body nourished.

Health and Nutrition

Maintaining balanced nutrition and physical well-being is vital during Ramadan. To support energy levels and hydration from Sehr to Iftar, focus on:

Balanced Meals: At Sehr, include complex carbohydrates and proteins to sustain energy. At Iftar, begin with dates and water to follow the Sunnah, then consume a balanced meal for energy replenishment.

Hydration: Drink plenty of water between Iftar and Sehr. Limit caffeine and sugary drinks to avoid dehydration.

Well-being: Maintain a regular sleeping schedule, engage in light exercise, and rest as needed. Listen to your body’s signals.

Community Engagement and Worship

Dar Al Uloom Al Islamiya of America

Join at 2034 Mallory St, San Bernardino, CA 92407, for weekly Jummah prayers every Friday and nightly Taraweeh prayers during Ramadan. As the largest mosque in the Inland Empire, it serves as a central hub for spiritual activities and community support.

Zakat and Charity

Ramadan emphasizes giving, with mosques and Islamic centers in San Bernardino playing a pivotal role in collecting and distributing charity to strengthen communal bonds and assist those in need.

Events and Activities

Community Iftars: Celebrate togetherness with communal iftars.
Educational Workshops and Seminars: Deepen your faith with educational events hosted by local mosques and Islamic centers.
Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations: Mark the end of Ramadan with special prayers and community events.

Appendices

– Glossary of Islamic Terms

Ramadan: The ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, dedicated to fasting, prayer, and charity.
Niyyah: Intention to perform an act of worship, such as fasting.
Sehr (Suhur): The pre-dawn meal before starting the fast.
Iftar: The evening meal to break the fast.
Zakat: Obligatory charity for all eligible Muslims, emphasized during Ramadan.
Taraweeh Prayers: Extra night prayers during Ramadan.