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Majority of Muslim world begins fasting month, except for Iraqi, Lebanese Shiites and Iran  

Jump to full article: Associated Press (AP), 2008-09-01
Author: HADEEL AL-SHALCHI Associated Press Writer

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Most of the Muslim Mideast began the first day of Ramadan on Monday, but Iraqi Shiites, some Lebanese Shiites and Iran will start observing the holy month of fasting on Tuesday. . . . .

Ramadan can last either 29 or 30 days, depending on when the first moon of the next lunar month is sighted. During the month, Muslims are expected to abstain during daylight hours from food, drink, smoking and sex in order to focus on spiritual introspection.

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