The 10-10-10 philosophy of a Libyan Ramadan

Ramadan is perceived in thirds or ten-day intervals both from a religious point view and a materialistic point of view. Religiously speaking for Muslims the month of Ramadan is thought of as a chance at redemption from a year?s worth of sins.

The last third of Ramadan in particular or the last ten days are deemed most important because within these last ten days there is one night that God has described in the Quran as better than a thousand nights when all sins are forgiven for those who seek forgiveness of God and prayers are answered. This night is called the Gader night and it is eagerly awaited by all Muslims.

The paradox of course is as Ramadan proceeds the fasting becomes more difficult and the devotion to prayers wanes, so by the end of Ramadan only the most devoted worshipers will adhere to the rigid routine of prayers, reciting the Quran and praying the Fajr prayers before day light.

So theoretically, speaking many would have run out of steam just when they are required to be most enthusiastic in their efforts in worship.

Of course, Ramadan is a consumer month too. Local businesses thrive before and during Ramadan because people may do without many food stuffs during the year but try to make sure they are well supplied for the holly month.

From a materialistic point of view the interests of shoppers will be fixed on kitchen wares such as dishes and kitchen gadgets before the holy month begins. Some families even have an annual custom of shopping for soup dishes that will be used every day, only in Ramadan.

As the holy month begins food and drink items are the main interest of shoppers. Some will shop in bulk for the whole month to save up on time later while others prefer to shop on a daily basis opting for the freshness of daily produce.

By the last third people?s interests are focused on the Eid celebration and shopping for the desserts that shall be served on the day, either buying the ingredients to make them at home or making a reservation at a cake shop to collect on the last day of Ramadan.

The other shopping item for Eid is the clothes that will be worn for the Eid day. Men and boys usually wear the traditional Libyan or Arab Garb. While the little girls will have a free hand choosing the princess dresses and all the required accessories that go with it.

Those who have children to dress for Eid will have their hands full trying to find the special outfits that their children will like and approve of, and most importantly fits within the designated budget.

Needless to say such outfits are hard to come by. So you may find many fraying tempers on the side of the adults and some tantrums on the side of the children who could not get their own way.
Ramadan is awaited all year, once its here it passes so quickly. Many are sad to see it leave but wise old ladies in Libya have a saying: ?Don?t be sad to see Ramadan go, it is us who will leave. Ramadan will always be here.? Reflect on that!!

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