Mystery Box 4
Sofia, Ally, Gillian, Patrick, and Andrew (ft. Wiz Khalifa)
What is Ramadan?
Ramadan is the ninth month of the islamic calendar and is thought of as a month of fasting. Ramadan also teaches Muslims how to better practice self-discipline, self-control, sacrifice, and empathy for those who are less fortunate. So, Ramadan encourages and teaches generosity and charity.
When was it celebrated this year? What is the purpose?
The purpose of Ramadan is to fast and to clear your mind and heart.
What is the Feast of Eid (Eid al Ftr)?
Many Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan and the start of a feast that lasts up to three days in some countries.
Eid al-Fitr is also known as the Feast of Fast-Breaking or the Lesser Feast. It marks the end of Ramadan and the start of a feast that lasts up to three days
Eid al-Fitr is an important Islamic holiday that involves many Muslims waking up early and praying either at an outdoor prayer ground or a mosque.
Eid al-Fitr is a joyous occasion but its underlying purpose is to praise God and give thanks to him, according to Islamic belief.
Are there any other significant holidays?
What does Islam say regarding fashion for men and women?
What about food and temptations?
Temptations- From sunrise to sunset there is no eating, drinking, sexual behavior, or alcohol for 30 days. Muslims are expected to put more effort into following the teachings of Islam. The fast (sawm) begins at dawn and ends at sunset. In addition to abstaining from eating and drinking, Muslims also increase restraint, such as abstaining from sexual relations and generally sinful speech and behavior. The act of fasting is said to redirect the heart away from worldly activities, its purpose being to cleanse the soul by freeing it from harmful impurities.
What about Islamic art?
Why can Muhammad’s picture not be displayed? But some Muslims say you can… what is the latest on this?
The Muslim artists creating images of Muhammad, and the public who beheld them, understood that the images were not objects of worship. Nor were the objects so decorated used as part of religious worship
Works Cited
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