[Aisha Abdi]

Wa alayum as-salam

1. Muslims fast during Ramadan because it’s a command from God. Fasting is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, which are the main duties of Muslims. During Ramadan, they focus on getting closer to God, helping others, and being thankful for what they have.

2.Fasting teaches us to be disciplined, to be kind and help others who are hungry, and to be thankful for food and other blessings. It also gives us a chance to think about how we can improve ourselves.

3.Fasting helps us control our desires, like hunger and thirst. It teaches us patience because we have to wait until sunset to eat or drink. It shows us that we can handle challenges and trust that things will get better.