(CBC) Ramadan begins one week from today.
This means observing Muslims are getting ready to fast from dawn to dusk and abstain from other temptations for one month.
It’s an important time for those who follow Islam as they dedicate 30 days to faith, charity, prayer and community, according to Aarij Anwer, imam of the Islamic Centre of Southwest Ontario.
It’s also a time for Muslims to connect with their identity and religion amid challenging political times, he said.
Non-Muslims play a role in Ramadan, too.
It’s encouraged, those who don’t observe Ramadan, take steps to learn about it and engage with the community.
