Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has called on Muslims to foster good neighbourliness and kindness throughout the Ramadan season.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, wherein Muslims worldwide observe fasting for 29 to 30 days.
It entails complete abstinence from meals and drinks, from daybreak to sundown.
Additionally, {couples} are compelled to keep away from sexual activity or acts that might result in romance whereas fasting, however they’re allowed to cohabit within the night or night time of fasting, as said within the Qur’an 2:187.
Ramadan is a month for Muslims to replicate and self-discipline their souls to achieve Allah’s forgiveness, mercy and steering.
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Muslims are expected to extend their good deeds throughout Ramadan and chorus from dangerous deeds comparable to playing, jealousy and gossiping.
In an announcement on Monday to mark the start of the month, the governor mentioned the fasting interval ought to function a time for soulful reflection, devotion, prayers and look after each other.
He mentioned, “As a trustworthy Muslim embarking on Ramadan, I implore you to uphold the virtues of Islam by displaying love and compassion to all. It’s a time to indicate good neighbourliness and lengthen a serving to hand to the needy in society, particularly in these instances of attempting.
“The Ramadan season is coming at a time when many individuals are confronted with dire financial challenges. It’s best to indicate love throughout this era as we method the interval solemnly.
“Ramadan gives us a chance to bond and show affection to our buddies and acquaintances, and the present season requires such.”
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