Topic/Title:
Islamic Ramadan Traditions
Outline:
IntroductionAccording to the Religious Tolerance Group, 23% of people on Earth are Islamic. It is the second most followed religion, and growing at a substantial rate. After interviewing three West Africans, the Islamic religion has been a growing interest of mine, especially the practice of Ramadan. In this paper I’ll attempt to detail the philosophy and beliefs of Islam, search the history and name the importance of Ramadan, and conclude with current traditions of Ramadan in today’s society with an emphasis in West Africa.
Body
1.
Islamic Religion
a.
History of Islam
i. Islamic
Calendar
b.
Philosophy of Religion (Description)
i. Islamic
Law
ii. Muslim
Beliefs
iii. The
Five Pillars of Islam
c.
Saum Ramadan: The third Pillar
2.
Ramadan
a.
History of Raman
i. Origin
of Ramadan
ii. Muhammad
iii. Qur’an
b.
Importance of Ramadan
i. Reasons
for the fast/Sacrifice
ii. Beliefs
of the Muslims regarding Ramadan
c.
Ramadan Celebrations
i. Eid
ul-Fitr
ii. Eid
al-Adha
3.
Ramadan Celebrations Today
a.
Date of Ramadan 2012
b.
Traditions of Ramadan
i. Prayer
ii. Feasts
with Families
c.
Ramadan Celebrations in West Africa
After careful examination of Islam in Muslim culture, it becomes pretty eminent just how important the annual celebration of Ramadan is and why. In Arabic Islam refers to the serenity that is created by submission. Therefore, in order to become a good Muslim, one must be involved in the struggle that requires sacrifice during submission. Ramadan is celebrated around the world by millions of people, each culture only slightly varying. I found it very enlightening that fasting during Ramadan is meant to cultivate a higher sense of spirituality in the believer that is supposed to help them lead upright lives throughout the rest of the year. As a Christian I celebrate Lent, which has a fasting quality; but not to the same extent by far! What do you think; is this something that you could use to uplift you yearlong?
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