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Christian Fasting for Change: Protesting Solitary Confinement
The gathering of diverse religious organizations, political groups and passionate non-denominational individuals that came together June 18th and 19th, 2012 in protest of solitary confinement is just the kind of community involvement that the American Ramadan website and its powerful Muslim documentary is all about. Tens of thousands of Americans of all faiths came together to fast in protest of this unjust practice in their hopes to bring it to … [Read More...]
Faiths of the World: America’s Fastest Growing Religion
America is a place of diversity, at least that's what they say. There are many unique cultures living in the states and each of them has their own special traditions and values, their ethnicity, their favorite foods and attire, and their religions. Doesn't it sound wonderful to live in a tolerant society, a colorful melting pot of individuals, all living together in harmony? Well, it would be wonderful if it was true but it's not, even if the … [Read More...]
An American Ramadan, Circa 1955
Does the first experience of Ramadan begin the same for everyone? It all depends on the time and where this all takes place. Consider the time to be during the year 1955 or early 1956, and the place was Oakland when I experienced my first month of fasting. I don’t remember for sure just what time of year it was since time has elapsed. The ordinary calendars said nothing about when Ramadan should begin. There was very little printed … [Read More...]
The Islamic Beliefs of Muslim Athletes, During The Olympics
The Islamic Beliefs of Muslim Athletes Will Be Supported by British Mosques Hosting Ramadan Iftars During The Olympics As London prepares for the 2012 Olympics, Muslim organizations; local and Olympic officials are working together with British Mosques to host Ramadan Iftars, a show of cooperation the American Ramadan documentary strives for. In providing the Iftars, the sponsors hope to welcome not only Muslim athletes and visitors but to … [Read More...]
