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The spiritual benefits of fasting
The rituals and practices during Ramadan
The importance of community and charity during Ramadan
Wishing a coworker "Happy Ramadan" isn't offensive
Most Muslims use the Arabic translation "Ramadan Mubarak" to greet each other. You can also say "Ramadan Kareem." It means "have a generous Ramadan."
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Ramadan
Millions of Muslims worldwide have been observing Ramadan, during which strict fasting is observed from sunrise to sunset.
The exact date of fasting depends on the interpretation of whether one follows the Islamic calendar or visibly sees the new moon.
For Muslims, Ramadan means absta...
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Don't be afraid to ask questions
Many non-Muslims don't know much about Ramadan. However, most Muslims welcome questions from colleagues and friends.
Being open about Ramadan can also help employees plan their meetings when fasting Muslims have more energy.
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Managers can privately ask if their direct reports would like any special accommodations
Ramadan is traditionally a social holiday: Muslims break their fast with family and friends, and visit mosques more often for additional prayers.
Working remotely might make flexible work hours easier as fasting Muslims lose energy as the day progresses. While Muslims don't expect any extra...
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If you notice a coworker isn't fasting, don't publicly ask why
Muslim women don't fast when they are on their periods and would prefer not to have this pointed out in public. There are also other reasons why Muslims don't fast, such as illness or travel.
Don't apologise for eating or drinking in front of a colleague observing Ramadan. The point of the ...
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Meaning of Ramadan
Ramadan means 'intense heat', indicating the scorching summer month to which it was first ascribed. Muslims embrace Ramadan as the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
In 610AD, Muhammad retreated to a cave on Mount Hira on the outskirts of Mecca. During this time occurred the first ...
The observation of Ramadan changed through history
- The core rituals of Ramadan have remained unchanged since 622AD.
- In Ottoman times, drummers in Turkey woke people for the pre-dawn meal. In Morocco, a nafar (town crier) roamed the streets waking people to an instrument's sound, like a horn.
- In Egypt, a Ramadan lantern bec...
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