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.