By Marissa Armoogam. Trinidad is renowned the world over for our many festivals, cultural activities, people and food, to name a few things. As we approach the middle of Eid-Ul-Fitr another year the festival and celebrations are in full swing as each month that goes by is met with preparations for …
Read More »Ramadan reflection: Have I been a good Muslim?
By Nerissa Hosein. Fasting for me during Ramadan is not about abstaining from food. It is about having a clean mind and pure thoughts. It is a time of reflection where I think about my religion and my actions throughout the year. Have I been a good Muslim? Have I …
Read More »Iftar – a Muslim gathering to break fast
By Nerissa Hosein. Ramadan is a special month for us in the Muslim community. It is the ninth month in the Muslim calendar. It is also the month of fasting for us where we can reflect and give thanks to Allah for our many blessings and mercy. At sunset most mosques offer …
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