After Ramadhan, Muslims are encouraged to fast for six days in the month of Shawwal, following Eid al-Fitr, as a way to continue the spirit of Ramadhan and receive the reward of fasting for the entire year.
After the holy fasting month of Ramadhan, there are six voluntary fasts that one can complete at any time throughout the month of Shawwal except on (Eid al Fitr) day that marks the end of Ramadhan.
Ramadhan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayers, charity and reflection.
Shawwal is the 10th month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar and begins its first day with Eid al-Fitr.
