The sighting of the crescent moon on February 28 signifies the commencement of Ramadan, a sacred month of fasting observed by billions of Muslims around the globe. Ramadan is a period of spiritual reflection, fostering a sense of responsibility, discipline, control over evil desires, communal prayers, acts of generosity and family gatherings for IFTAR, the … Continue reading Ramadan: Contemplation and reflections on wealth inequalities, poverty, wastage and famine.