A Brief Overview of Ramadan

About Ramadan, the famous Persian Muslim poet Rumi once wrote: “O moon-faced Beloved, the month of Ramadan has arrived. Cover the table and open the path of praise.” The ninth month of the Hijri calendar holds special significance to Muslims around the world. It was during Ramadan that the Prophet Muhammad (S) received the first…

Why Do We Fast?

Sally: Hey Zaynab, want to go grab lunch with me after class today? Zaynub: Sorry, I can’t today. It is the first day of Ramadan. Sally: So this may sound stupid, but can I ask you something? Zaynub: Sure. Sally: Do you fast all day long? Zaynub: No. I fast from sunrise to sundown. Sally:…