Ramadan Vocabulary Worksheet
Introduction
Imagine a month when millions of people around the globe unite in fasting, prayer, and acts of charity. This is the essence of Ramadan, a sacred time in the Islamic calendar. But how well do you know the vocabulary that surrounds this important month? Whether you're a student aiming to expand your vocabulary or an educator seeking to enrich your lessons, understanding the key terms of Ramadan is invaluable. In this post, "Ramadan Vocabulary Worksheet," we’ll explore essential words and their meanings, helping you grasp the significance of each term. Let’s dive into this enriching vocabulary journey and deepen your understanding of Ramadan!
The Islamic holy month of Ramadan begins tonight.
Ramadan
is a very important time in the Islamic calendar, and Muslims all over the
world will be preparing to take part. This year's Ramadan will be a bit
different, as the coronavirus outbreak means that many people will not be able
to visit friends and family, or their local mosque. This is because of worldwide 'lockdowns'
which are helping to stop the spread of the disease. During the month of
Ramadan, Muslims won't eat or drink between dawn and sunset. This is called fasting. Fasting is important during
Ramadan as it allows Muslims to devote themselves to their faith and come closer to Allah, or God. Fasting is
one of the Five Pillars of
Islam, which form the basis of how Muslims live their lives. The other
pillars are faith, prayer,
charity, and making
the pilgrimage to
the holy city of Mecca. Ramadan is also a time for spiritual reflection,
prayer, doing good deeds, and spending time with family and friends. Normally,
people will make a special effort to connect with their communities and reach
out to people who need help. It is common to have a meal (known as the suhoor)
just before dawn and another (known as the iftar) directly after sunset. At the
end of the fast - when the sun has gone down - usually, families and friends
will get together for iftar to break their fast. The Muslim Council of Britain
is advising families and friends to video call each other during iftar this
year during lockdown. Many Muslims also usually go to the mosque to pray, when
lockdown restrictions aren't in place. Some mosques have been holding virtual
services online for people to watch together.
Ramadan Word List:
charity
|
[noun]
|
something given to a needy person or persons; alms.
It is hard for some people to accept charity. |
dawn
|
[noun]
|
the first daylight in the morning, or the time at which it
occurs.
|
devote
|
[transitive
verb]
|
to give (one's time or attention) to a purpose.
The volunteers devoted their time and energy to helping others. He regretted that he had devoted so little time to his children when they were small. |
faith
|
[noun]
|
belief, confidence, or trust.
People had faith in their leaders during that war. My grandmother doesn't have much faith in doctors. I have faith that these kids will succeed. |
fast1
|
[adjective]
|
moving or operating, or having the ability to move or operate,
with speed.
a fast horse. |
five
|
[noun]
|
the number represented by the Arabic numeral 5 and the Roman
numeral V.
|
Islam
|
[noun]
|
a monotheistic religion based on the teachings of the prophet
Muhammad as set forth in the Koran.
|
mosque
|
[noun]
|
a Muslim place of worship.
|
of
|
[preposition]
|
used to indicate distance or separation from.
within a foot of the door They were cheated of their opportunity. |
pilgrimage
|
[noun]
|
a usually long trip undertaken for religious purposes, such as
to visit a holy place.
The family of Muslims set off on their pilgrimage to Mecca. |
pillar
|
[noun]
|
a tall, often cylindrical shaft used to support a structure or
to serve as a decoration or monument; column.
|
prayer1
|
[noun]
|
the act of appealing to and invoking the power of God or some
spiritual being.
|
sunset
|
[noun]
|
the moment each day when the sun disappears below the western
horizon.
The lamps come on automatically at sunset. |
Ramadan Worksheet 1
Instructions: Match the word with its definition.
mosque
|
a-
the time when
the sun goes below the horizon in the evening
|
dawn
|
b-
belief in the
existence of God : strong religious feelings or beliefs
|
sunset
|
c-
the five
bases of the Islamic faith
|
fast
|
d-
words spoken
to God especially in order to give thanks or to ask for something
|
devote
|
e-
the act of
giving money, food, or other kinds of help to people who are poor, sick, etc.
|
faith
|
f-
a building
that is used for Muslim religious services
|
Five Pillars of Islam
|
g-
a journey to
a holy place
|
prayer
|
h- to decide
that (something) will be used for (a special purpose) : to use (time, money,
energy, attention, etc.) for (something)
|
charity
|
i- to eat no
food for a period of time
|
pilgrimage
|
h- the time of day
when sunlight first begins to appear
|
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Ramadan Worksheet 2
Instructions: Write
the correct word in the space before its definition. There may be more than one
definition for each word.
charity / dawn / devote / faith / fast / mosque / prayer / sunset
- _________________ the first daylight in the morning, or the time at which it occurs.
- _________________ any specific religion and its doctrines and observances.
- _________________ a form of communal worship with the object of adoring, confessing to, or giving thanks to God or an object of worship.
- _________________ the moment each day when the sun disappears below the western horizon.
- _________________ something given to a needy person or persons; alms.
- _________________ a Muslim place of worship.
- _________________ to cease to eat food.
- _________________ to give (one's time or attention) to a purpose.