Both Muslims and Christians begin deeply significant seasons of
devotion – Ramadhan and Lent.
Lent, for Christians, is a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, repentance,
and reflection leading up to Easter. It commemorates the 40 days Jesus fasted
in the desert and serves as spiritual preparation to remember his crucifixion
and celebrate his resurrection. During Lent, many Christians practice
self-denial, increase charitable acts, and renew their relationship with God.
Ramadhan, for Muslims, is a sacred month of fasting, prayer,
self-discipline, and spiritual renewal. From dawn to sunset, Muslims abstain
from food and drink as an act of worship and obedience to God. Ramadhan marks
the month in which the Qur’an was first revealed and is a time of heightened
devotion, generosity, and deepened consciousness of God before the celebration
of Eid al-Fitr.
This year presents a beautiful opportunity for mutual understanding. As
our Christian and Muslim friends journey through fasting, reflection, and
charity, may we appreciate the shared values of discipline, compassion,
humility, and faith.
“O you who believe, fasting has been prescribed for you as it was
prescribed for those before you, that you may attain taqwa
(God-consciousness).” – Quran 2:183
Have a meaningful Ramadhan and Lent.
Peace,
Anas
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