Although Eid falls during the summer months here in Kuwait, each year I am blessed to receive invitations to lunch or dinner and of course, receiving gifts.
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5) Hajj, the pilgrimage to Makkah, is the fifth pillar and the most significant manifestation of Islamic faith and unity in the world.
4) Sawm – fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, is the fourth pillar of Islam. “Starting Ash Wednesday, I remember Nanay would serve no meat on this day and every Friday thereafter, most especially on Good Friday. I liked fish but not vegetables but of course, I had no choice but to eat; otherwise,…
3) Zakat, alms giving / charity is the third pillar. “Growing up in a simple family, I also had the chance to receive hand-me-downs from well-meaning relatives and friends. They had more than what we had and they gave these with gladness of hearts.”
2) Salah, prayer, is the second pillar of the Islamic faith. “My first teacher on how to pray is no other than my Nanay.
1) Shahada: Testifying to God’s One-ness: The declaration “There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is His prophet.”
My years of stay here in Kuwait have given me the opportunity to observe and experience a different and fascinating culture most especially the Muslims’ practices during Ramadan.