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Commemorating the observance of Ramadan 2024 and the significance to Muslims in Saint Paul.
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WHEREAS, Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a period of fasting, reflection, devotion, generosity, and sacrifice observed by Muslims around the world, including those in our diverse city of Saint Paul; and
WHEREAS, this holy month commemorates the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad, a guide for personal spiritual growth, social justice, and the welfare of society; and
WHEREAS, during Ramadan, Muslims in Saint Paul engage in a fast from dawn to sunset, deep contemplation of their faith, increased charitable giving, and community involvement, embodying the values of empathy, community service, and interfaith harmony; and
WHEREAS, the Muslim community in Saint Paul has significantly contributed to the cultural, economic, social, and spiritual livelihood of our city, enriching our community's diversity through their cultural traditions, values, and civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, the City of Saint Paul is one of the most multicultural places in the world and is home to ethnically and racially diverse Muslim communities from around the world whose faith is welcome here; and
WHEREAS, the spirit of Ramadan fosters an environment of communal support and solidarity, encouraging members of the Muslim community in Saint Paul to volunteer, support local charities, and engage in acts of kindness that benefit the less fortunate, underscoring the deep-rooted Islamic principles of compassion and community service; and
WHEREAS, Mosques around the city can celebrate this Ramadan, and every day with the centuries old call to prayer observed by Muslims around the world; and
WHEREAS, Muslims worship extensively throughout the night in the last 10 nights of Ramadan, seeking Laylat al-Qadr ('the Night of Decree'), which is considered the holiest night in the Islamic calendar and believed to be when the Quran was first revealed; and
WHEREAS, Ramada...
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