The pandemic this year has tempered the joy of Ramadan. Large gatherings at the mosque aren’t possible. Still, Twin Cities Muslims are finding ways to share the spirit, and put their faith in action.
The pandemic this year has tempered the joy of Ramadan. Large gatherings at the mosque aren’t possible. Still, Twin Cities Muslims are finding ways to share the spirit, and put their faith in action.
The oldest of five siblings, the 24-year-old recent New York University graduate reunited with her family in Fridley in January. But as the holy month of Ramadan got closer, the COVID-19 pandemic was upending what was once normal: hugging your friend, going to the mosque for prayers, sharing iftar, a meal, with your family and friends at sunset.
Fadumo, a computer scientist, realized Ramadan in 2020 would be anything but normal.
“It’s within our (Islamic) teachings that through struggle, we come out learning more and becoming closer to Allah,” Fadumo told Sahan Journal.
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar and the holiest month, is a time of spiritual growth for many worshipers. From dawn to sunset, Muslims abstain from deeds that would nullify their fasting such as eating or drinking. Many people take time to read the Qur’an and deepen their relationship with God. They remember those who are less fortunate.
The pandemic this year has tempered the joy of Ramadan. Large gatherings at the mosque aren’t possible. Still, Twin Cities Muslims are finding ways to share the spirit, and put their faith in action.
The oldest of five siblings, the 24-year-old recent New York University graduate reunited with her family in Fridley in January. But as the holy month of Ramadan got closer, the COVID-19 pandemic was upending what was once normal: hugging your friend, going to the mosque for prayers, sharing iftar, a meal, with your family and friends at sunset.
Fadumo, a computer scientist, realized Ramadan in 2020 would be anything but normal.
“It’s within our (Islamic) teachings that through struggle, we come out learning more and becoming closer to Allah,” Fadumo told Sahan Journal.
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar and the holiest month, is a time of spiritual growth for many worshipers. From dawn to sunset, Muslims abstain from deeds that would nullify their fasting such as eating or drinking. Many people take time to read the Qur’an and deepen their relationship with God. They remember those who are less fortunate.
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