During the golden age of the Saadian dynasty under Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur al-Dhahabi, Ramadan was a time of religious devotion and scholarly gatherings, highlighting the Sultan's role as a protector of the faith. However, following his death, the dynasty plunged into chaos, with internal conflicts leading to the suspension of religious practices and the closure of mosques, starkly contrasting the vibrant spiritual life of al-Mansur's reign.