Measuring Ramadan
We are in the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. During this time, as prescribed by one of the five “pillars,” or obligations, that make up the foundation of Muslim life, hundreds of millions of followers are abstaining from eating and drinking (and a host of other activities, like smoking and sex) between dawn and sunset.
This fasting does not burden all the world’s Muslims equally. For Muslims who live in the Northern Hemisphere, the day is longer at this time of year than it is in the Southern Hemisphere — which leads to longer fasts.
But this isn’t always the case.… Seguir leyendo »