Ramadan

Ramadan is the Bruneian culture, customs, and etiquette that you might not skip. It is the ninth month of the Muslim lunar calendar. In a country with a large Muslim population like Brunei (75% of the population), the month of Ramadhan is considered the biggest and holiest holiday in this country. The time of the month of Ramadhan is decided by the powerful astrologers in the country, each year, the time of the celebration will be different. During the month of Ramadhan, Muslims in good health will have to fast from morning to evening, namely from sunrise to sunset (applicable during the day). In this month, Muslims will have to get up to eat a meal before dawn called Suhoor, after sunset, they will eat dinner to end the fast of the day called iftar. After Iftar, they will again gather in churches and pray.

In addition to the special religious significance, the month of Ramadhan is also an opportunity for children and grandchildren, near and far, to gather together, gather, and have dinner together after a day of fasting. Dinner is usually prepared with fruits and cakes, limited to meat, and fresh foods during the time of Ramadhan.