Ramadan: US sends interesting message to Islamic faithful as holy season begins

16.05.2018 22:11

The United States has felicitated with Muslim faithful on the occasion of Ramadan as the holy month begins. Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, in a statement on Wednesday, May 16 wished Muslims a peaceful and blessed Ramadan.

- On behalf of his country, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has felicitated with Muslims and wished them a peaceful and blessed Ramadan

- He noted that Ramadan is a cherished time of community, often spent reconnecting with family and friends

- Pompeo pointed out that Muslims in the US and around the world make valuable contributions to their societies every day; and further wished them a happy, prosperous Ramadan

The United States has felicitated with Muslim faithful on the occasion of Ramadan as the holy month begins.

Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, in a statement on Wednesday, May 16, wished Muslims a peaceful and blessed Ramadan, NAN reports.

“On behalf of the United States Department of State, I offer best wishes to Muslims around the world for a peaceful and blessed Ramadan.

“For those observing this month, it is a time of reverence, generosity and spiritual introspection. Ramadan is also a cherished time of community, often spent reconnecting with family and friends," Pompeo said.

According to him, Ramadan is a period when Muslims come together to give charitably to the less fortunate.

He continued: “Muslims in the United States and around the world make valuable contributions to their societies every day, and millions will honour this month in a special way with acts of service and giving back to their neighbours.

“In recognition of this, every year, many of our embassies and consulates around the world host Ramadan activities bringing together Muslims and people of other faiths, who are committed to our shared goal of fostering peace, stability, and prosperity."

He said these conversations and collaborations were some of the core strengths of U.S. diplomacy, paving the way for stronger communities through partnerships and respect for diversity.

“As the holy month begins, I wish all those celebrating a very happy and prosperous Ramadan Kareem," he added.

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Recall that NAIJ.com previously reported that the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, called on Muslims all over the country to be on the lookout for the moon on the night of Wednesday, May 16, which will signal the beginning of the Ramadan fast.

The Sultan, who is also the president general of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), gave this call on Sunday, May 12.

He said if the moon is not sighted on Wednesday night, Friday will automatically become the first day of Ramadan fast.

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