Sunday 15 / March / 2026
Muscat: As the holy month of Ramadan approaches its final days, people across the Sultanate of Oman are reflecting on a time marked by spirituality, generosity and strong community bonds.
From family iftar gatherings to acts of charity and late-night prayers, the month has left many with a renewed sense of faith, gratitude and unity.
Photographer Shehab Al-Shandoudi described the final days of Ramadan as a time filled with gratitude and reflection. He said the holy month illuminated hearts with faith and strengthened the spirit of love and forgiveness among people. Although the days passed quickly, he noted that Ramadan left a deep sense of tranquility and reassurance in people’s lives.
He expressed hope that God accepts the fasting and prayers of Muslims and that the holy month will return with goodness and blessings for the entire Islamic nation.
Citizen Abdul Latif Al-Maamari highlighted the unique atmosphere Oman experienced during Ramadan this year. He said the month reflected the authentic values of Omani society, including compassion, solidarity, and maintaining family ties. Families gathered around iftar tables, while many people participated in charitable initiatives and community activities that embodied the spirit of giving.
He also pointed to the special spiritual moments experienced in mosques and social gatherings dedicated to remembrance and prayer.
For her part, Salima Abdullah said Ramadan was filled with goodness and blessings despite worrying global events. She noted that the holy month helped Muslims face challenges with patience and calmness, strengthening their belief in destiny and faith that all circumstances ultimately carry wisdom and goodness.
She expressed hope that the upcoming Eid Al-Fitr will bring peace and well-being to Muslim countries.
Meanwhile, photographer Abeer Al Farsi described Ramadan as a unique time for photographers, saying the month is rich with emotional and human moments worth documenting. She explained that photographers are often drawn to simple yet meaningful scenes such as families preparing for iftar, children waiting for the Maghrib call to prayer, and worshippers gathering in mosques before and after prayers.
She added that Ramadan also highlights acts of charity and volunteerism, including the distribution of iftar meals and community initiatives that reflect the generosity and solidarity of society. According to her, photographing these moments is not merely about capturing images but about preserving the memory of a special time that returns every year with a renewed sense of warmth and spirituality.
As Ramadan draws to a close, many in Oman say the holy month leaves behind lasting lessons of patience, generosity, and unity — values that continue to shape daily life long after the crescent moon of Eid appears.
