Ramadan and Lent align in 2026

Ramadan and Lent come together this year, offering a common path of faith and reflection.

When Ramadan and Lent begin together 

This year, a rare event lights up the religious calendar. Ash Wednesday, the 18 February, mark it start of Lent for Christians. On the same day also opens on Ramadan for Muslims. These two periods of fasting and prayer will take place almost entirely in parallel. : Lent will end on 2 April and Ramadan on 19 March.

For Muslims, the Ramadan is a holy month dedicated to fasting from sunrise to sunset, to prayer and spiritual reflection. It's a time to refocus on yourself, strengthen your faith and practice solidarity with others.

For Christians, the Lent is a period of 40 fasting days, of prayer and interior conversion, who prepares for Easter. Like Ramadan, he invites you to slow down, to question oneself and get closer to God and the community.

This coincidence symbolizes a common spiritual path. This is a unique time to reflect, pray and get closer to your faith. She recalls that, despite the differences, certain deep values ​​are shared. Patience, solidarity and introspection cross all religions.

Loneliness, a shared theme

Belgian religious leaders, Catholics, protestants et anglicans, are addressed this year to the Muslim community around a universal theme : loneliness. Muhammad (SWT) experienced this feeling, just like Jesus. Even today, many people may feel alone or isolated. This message reminds us of the importance of reaching out and remaining attentive to others.

Fasting and prayer, at the heart of Lent and Ramadan, offer opportunities to turn towards others. They help strengthen solidarity and build sincere bonds, beyond religious boundaries. In this rare parallel, Ramadan and Lent invite everyone to take care of others, to listen and share. They thus offer a strong image of unity and fraternity between communities..

« Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim friends and happy Lent to our Christian friends. May these days of faith and prayer bring us closer to each other and bring peace and solidarity »

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