The Muslim holiday of Ramadan starts tonight, Feb. 28, and lasts until March 29. The monthlong observance of Ramadan is a period of introspection, communal prayer and reading the Qurʾān. According to Islam, those who observe the holy month of Ramadan with fasting, prayer and faithful intention are forgiven by God for their past sins.

For Muslims across the world, the holy month of Ramadan has begun, and Muslims across Minnesota have started their daily fasts. Ramadan commemorates the first revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad.

During Ramadan, Muslims in the U.S., like those around the world, focus on spiritual growth, community, and religious practices.Read More: All You Need to Know About Ramadan Here are some common thing

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan is set to begin. Here's what you need to know about the period and how it's observed.