During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, abstaining from food, drink and other physical needs that in any other time would have been permissible. This act of self-restraint isn’t just about avoiding food, it’s about mastering the mind, strengthening willpower and nurturing patience. Ramadan is a month that allows us to improve our focus and self control reflecting that something simple as discipline and consistency can effect change in our lives.
During the month of Ramadan we also learn the valuable lesson of showing gratitude. Every evening when one breaks their fast after a long day, even a simple glass of water feels like a blessing, which shows one to appreciate the little things we often take for granted. This simple act shows us that contentment isn’t about abundance but about valuing what we already have.
Ramadan is a time of the year when family, friends and neighbours come together through prayer and breaking fast, creating unity allowing people to strengthen relationships. As people fast people experience hunger pangs throughout the day, experiencing what many feel throughout the world. Through this action people become more empathetic inspiring people to be more kind, generous and charitable.
Most importantly, Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection. Muslims reflect on their actions, seek forgiveness, and strive to become better versions of themselves. This practice of mindfulness and self-evaluation is something anyone can adopt. We should ask ourselves, taking a step back from life’s to ask, “Am I living with purpose?” and “Am I aligned with my values?”.
Today we distributed pots to approximately 2,750 people taking the total feeding to 293,850 providing food to the communities of Lavender Hill, Manenberg, Mitchell’s Plain, Vrygrond, Retreat, Khayalitsha and Milnerton. We would like to thank all our sponsors for your continued support, we are grateful.
While Ramadan is a religious time, its core principles of self-control, gratitude, compassion and reflection are something we should strive to improve each day. It’s a reminder that we all have the capacity to grow, to give, and to connect with ourselves and those around us.
Some pictures of todays feeding:
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This is priceless. May the works of your hands be multiplied 10 Folds.
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