Elkezdődött a Ramadán. Bevallom, keresztényként szakrálisan nincs túl nagy hatással rám, de azért ebben a kultúrában élek, úgyhogy lássuk, mit tanácsol a kisokos itt előknek Ramadán idejére.
(nem volt kedvem lefordítani, bocsánat)
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- Don’t dance, sing or be intoxicated in public at any time.
- Don’t play loud music at any time in your car, on the beach or even at home. You can play music; just make sure it can’t be heard outside your car or home and use headphones on the beach.
- Don’t wear revealing or tight fitting clothes in public, modesty is key during Ramadan. This includes when you are heading for a night out.
- Don’t smoke, drink, chew gum or eat in public during the hours of sunrise to sunset. This includes while you are driving as well as public places such as malls, cinemas or offices.
- Don’t swear in public. Blasphemy is frowned upon at the best of times, but during the Holy Month of Ramadan it’s particularly offensive.
- Do say “Ramadan Kareem” to your Muslim friends and colleagues.
- Do smoke, drink and eat in the privacy of your home, hotel room or office. If you work in a shared or open plan office simply designate a room where the door can be closed. The point here is to be respectful to those colleagues that are fasting.
- Do avoid driving close to sunset. It can be hazardous during this time as the roads fill with people rushing to break the fast at Iftar celebrations. Remember many drivers will not have had anything to eat or drink all day so exercise caution.
- Do dress conservatively. Avoid going to public places like shopping centers and parks wearing shorts, mini-skirts or sleeveless outfits. This law is applicable all year round, but during Ramadan sensitivities are heightened.
- Do give to the poor and help the needy. Ramadan is renowned for its charitable nature. You don’t have to spend the earth – small gestures go a long way.
- Do make the most of the community spirit and sumptuous food to be found in the Iftar tents at the city’s hotels. It’s a great opportunity to relax, play games and experience some traditional Arabic cuisine and entertainment.
