On Monday, Aug. 1, the Muslim community in the Delaware Valley and around the world began the month-long fast of Ramadan, the 9th month of the Islamic lunar calendar during which Muslims abstain from food, drink and other sensual pleasures from dawn to sunset. The fast is performed to exercise discipline, self-restraint and generosity, while obeying God’s commandments. Fasting (along with the declaration of faith, daily prayers, charity, and pilgrimage to Mecca) is one of the “five pillars” of Islam. We invite our friends of other faiths to attend our “Sharing Ramadan” events – interfaith iftars (fast-breaking meal) and other … Continue reading Ramadan Mubarak from CAIR-Philadelphia!