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SR 318: Ramadan; recognize the Islamic holy month

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Senate Resolution 318

By: Senators Rahman of the 5th, Islam Parkes of the 7th, Orrock of the 36th, Harrell of the 40th, James of the 28th and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, commencing a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to all in Georgia and around the world for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Ramadan is the holy month when Muslims worldwide fast not only to renew themselves spiritually but also to recognize their responsibility and obligations to the society at large as well as to take care of the needy and underprivileged regardless of their religious or racial background; and

WHEREAS, Muslims in Georgia and around the world observe Ramadan by fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worshipping, helping humanity and all living beings, and reading the Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality; and

WHEREAS, Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, a significant holy month in the Islamic faith, and a month of sacrifice; contemplation of Ramadan begins on the evening of February 28, 2025, based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon; and

WHEREAS, Ramadan will continue until March, when it ends with the sighting of the new moon and the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, signifying an end to the month of fasting; and

WHEREAS, it is estimated that there are approximately 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide; and

WHEREAS, it is estimated that there are 3.5 million American Muslims and over 100,000 Georgian Muslims; and

WHEREAS, the Muslim population has been growing in Georgia, and today's Georgian Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups; and

WHEREAS, Georgian Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, military, and the law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body, in support of Muslims throughout Georgia and the United States, recognize the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and extend best wishes to all in Georgia and across the world for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press.