PM urges brotherhood and selflessness

The Prime Minister made the remarks in a press release issued yesterday, in which he called on both muslims and non-Muslims to join together for the sake of the nation.

“Today, following the austerity of the month of Ramadan, the Muslim community will gather to offer thanks to Allah for having the strength and will to observe the fast during the holy month. Having done this, on Eidul- Fitr, everyone who has fasted may face the year ahead with renewed strength, greater understanding and universal goodwill.” the release stated.

Dr Rowley also praised the muslim community in TT for their longstanding commitment to social upliftment and encouraged muslims to continue their mission of peace and goodwill to their fellow men. He added that the end of fasting should serve as an opportunity for greater introspection.

“Perhaps the greatest significance of this special day of rejoicing is the tradition of freely sharing a portion of what one has with those who are needy and vulnerable. We witness an outpouring of generosity towards one another.” “We see the best of human nature and depth of good character of which we all are capable.

The fast of Ramadan shows how it feels to be hungry; Eid-ul-Fitr shows the real meaning of selflessness, goodwill and community.” Eid-ul-fitr which means ‘the festival of breaking fast’, marks the end of month-long fasting for Ramadan and is one of the most important events in the Muslim calendar