Each year Muslims celebrate Ramadan, the ninth and holiest month of the year on the Islamic calendar. Muslims around the world fast from dawn to dusk and it is considered a time of prayer, spiritual reflection, and charity. It’s also about spending time with family and friends. It’s common to have one meal before sunrise and one after sunset. What does this month mean for you or someone you know? What traditions are important to you and how do you celebrate?
11.14.2007
Report
The forty days of Lent I lightly observe. I say lightly, because I've never made it all the way through. If Grandma were alive, she would tell me, "Boy! You're gonna' burn in hell!".
09.20.2007
Report
It's hard to celebrate a religious holiday which isn't your particular religion, but when I was traveling through Indonesia during Ramadan back in 2000, I appreciated their tradition. Listening to the call to prayer was beautiful and watching them get their first meal at roadside carts at night while I rode by on a bus with the windows open, I felt honored to witness it all.
09.14.2007
Report
I am not religious, but I always regard religious holidays with respect and try to use them as an opportunity for interior reflection and contemplation. I've always liked the traditions of Ramadan, because the fasting is something physical and concrete that the holiday asks of celebrants; it's not about indulgence or commercialism. I also like that it's an entire month, not just a day.
1 reader
liked this story.
more from Kathleen J. King
Showing stories 1-3 of 10
view more 
Tell us a Story.
You know you've got something to share. Maybe it's something funny, touching, inspirational or informative. Whatever it is, your circle of friends here at DivineCaroline would love to hear from you.
Other topics you might appreciate
