Nick Clegg's Ramadan Message 2009
August 24, 2009 6:01 PM
By Nick Clegg, Leader of the Liberal Democrats in Message to Muslims observing Ramadan
By Nick Clegg, Leader of the Liberal Democrats in Message to Muslims observing Ramadan
As Ramadan comes round once more, I'd like to wish all Muslims observing the month my very best wishes.
I have learned from working with Muslim communities across the UK - and indeed from the many Lib Dem councillors and candidates who are practising Muslims - that the fasting and Qur'an reading during Ramadan provide spiritual renewal and enlightenment. As friends and family are brought together every night, we also reflect on all the millions of people around the world who still go without food and clean water every day.
We in the Liberal Democrats have always championed religious tolerance, and we are proud of the diverse traditions in our country.
We recognise the importance of the principle of Zakat to Muslims, especially at this time, and I deeply regret that Islam can be unfairly portrayed in many parts of the media especially when Muslim communities in this country do so much excellent charitable work.
I congratulate Muslims for the volunteering and donations they make during the month of Ramadan and at other times, and, more broadly, to thank British Muslims for the enormous contribution they make to life in this country.
Ramadan Mubarak!
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