2009 Ramadan
Many of the world’s 1.5 billion Muslims will observe the month of Ramadan in different ways, blending their own cultural customs with Islamic traditions of prayer and fasting. In the United States alone, Muslims come from more than 80 countries and represent a mosaic of ethnic, linguistic, ideological, social and economic groups.
Although the principal teachings of Ramadan remain consistent, the fusion between religious tradition and diverse cultures embodies the interconnectivity and diffusion of a modern, globalized world.
Ramadan Greetings:
- Remarks by the President at Iftar Dinner (September 01, 2009)
- Remarks of President Barack Obama on the Occasion of Ramadan (August 21, 2009)
Consulate's Activities and Events:
- Celebrating Ramadan with Theater, Music, and Fun (September 18, 2009)
- Consulate General Jerusalem Celebrates Ramadan with Youth from Jenin and Nablus (September 17, 2009)
- “Hands of Kindness” Connects Consulate to Palestinian Youth in Ramallah and Nablus (September 16, 2009)
- American Corner Jericho Hosts an Iftar for its Visitors and Patrons (September 15, 2009)
- Ramadan Kareem! U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem Continues Ramadan Celebrations with Quiz Night in Ramallah (September 15, 2009)
- U.S. Consulate Supports Groundbreaking US-Palestinian Educational Partnership (September 13, 2009)
- A School Beautification Project Supported by the U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem (September 10, 2009)
- American Corner Jericho Hosts a Cultural Quiz Competition in Conjunction with PD Jerusalem’s Ramadan Activities (September 10, 2009)
- American Corner Gaza Hosts an Iftar (September 05, 2009)
- The Rhythm of Ramadan Comes to Jerusalem and the West Bank (September 03, 2009)
- The Rhythm of Ramadan Comes to Jerusalem and the West Bank (September 01, 2009)
- U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem Kicks Off a Month of Ramadan Outreach Programming with Quiz Night (August 27, 2009)
Publications
Articles
- America.gov: Feature: A Multi-Cultural Ramadan: Photo Gallery and Interviews with Muslim Americans
- America.gov: "U.S. Muslims Observe Ramadan in Supportive Environment"
- VOA: "Understanding Islam in America"
- VOA: "Filmmaker Looks at Muslims in America Observing Ramadan"
- VOA: "American Muslim Women talk about their Faith and Life"
Archived webchat transcripts:
- "Life as Businesswoman, Mother, Muslim in America" (3/12/09)
- "American Muslim Youth" (2/19/09)
- "Filmmaker Anisa Mehdi Discusses Ramadan in America" (9/9/08)
- "U.S. Official Discusses Muslim Life in America" (3/4/08)
Blogs
Observing Ramadan Worldwide
Many of the world’s 1.5 billion Muslims will observe the month of Ramadan in different ways, blending their own cultural customs with Islamic traditions of prayer and fasting.
A Muslim Life in America
As this photo gallery shows, today’s Muslim American population is an extraordinary mosaic of ethnic, linguistic, ideological, social, economic, and religious groups.