Ramadan: Holy month of fasting, March 12 - April 11.
Swam pillar of Islam observed during Ramadan.
Name derived from Arabic 'ar-ramad,' scorching heat.
Islamic calendar shorter, Ramadan shifts 10-12 days yearly.
Prophet Muhammad's mission began during Ramadan.
Laylat al-Qadr: Night of Decree, better than 1,000 months.
Ramadan includes fasting, prayer, Quran recitation, Iftar gatherings.