Difference Between Ramadan And Navratri:The holy month of Ramzan is going on. In Islam religion, Allah is worshiped in this month. Patience is shown. It is an Islamic belief that Muslims get the maximum reward for the amount of worship they do during this month. During Ramzan, fasting people keep fast while remaining hungry and thirsty. This month lasts for about 29 or 30 days. After this the month of Shawwal will start. Eid is celebrated on its first date. In 2026, Eid may fall on 20th or 21st March, this will also be decided according to the moon.
This year, Chaitra Navratri, the holy festival of Sanatan Dharma, will begin during Ramzan. This year Chaitra Navratri will start from Thursday, March 19. Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Durga. Devotees observe a fast for nine days during Navratri. Worship mother. Today we are going to tell you what is the difference between fasting during Ramzan and fasting during Navratri, so let us know.
Difference between fasting and Navratri fasting
Meaning of fasting and fasting: Fasting and fasting are two different words, but both have the same meaning. To fast or remain hungry. In Sanatan Dharma, fasting has been called fasting and in Islam religion, it has been called fasting.
Fasting period: The fast lasts for 29-30 days. All fasts are considered mandatory in Ramzan.
Fasting rules: Fasting people eat before sunrise in the morning (Suhri) and break their fast in the evening after sunset (Iftar). Meanwhile, fasting people are also prohibited from drinking water.
Purpose of fasting in Ramadan: The purpose of fasting in Ramadan is self-discipline and worship of God.
Navratri fast
Duration of fast: Navratri fasts are observed for nine days.
Rule: People keep a fast for 9 days according to their devotion. Navratri fast can be kept waterless as well as fruit-free.
Fruits: Satvik food can be consumed with milk, fruits and rock salt during the fast.
Purpose of fasting: Nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshiped during the fast of Navratri. Fast is observed for spiritual purification.
Vrat options: There is an option in Navratri fast that you can keep it for nine days or only on the first and last day.
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