MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday enjoined Filipino Muslims to pray for peace asas the holy month of Ramadan begins. ADVERTISEMENT“Isa itong pagkakataon para mas mapalalim pa natin ang ating ugnayan sa Kaniya at sa ating kapwa,” Duterte said. The holy month of Ramadan began on March 12, after the moonsighting conducted by the Bangsamoro Darul Ifta Sunday evening failed to sight the moon, a key celestial marker for the start of the holy month for Muslims. READ: Bangsamoro Mufti declares start of Ramadan on TuesdayThe ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Ramadan, is one of the most sacred times for Muslims. READ: Marcos urges forgiveness, harmony in Ramadan messageYour subscription could not be saved.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 12, 2024 19:35 UTC