The joy of Ramadhan rises multiplied when family members gather to celebrate the holy month. This Friday, most individuals working outside their wilayats return home to join Iftar meals with their family members after breaking/beginning fast with friends and colleagues at work places.
The preparations for this special gathering begin early in the day as homes are filled with the aroma of delicious food made by mothers, with sisters and wives enthusiastically assisting in the preparation. The family members decorate their homes with lamps and lights amid small talks and laughter.They also come together in the kitchen to joyously participate in the Iftar preparations.
Once the food is set in specially designed dishes, the stage is set for the Ramadhan ambience of love and connection. As the time for iftar (breaking the fast) approaches, family members gather around the table, holding in their hearts the anticipation of sharing a meal together. This reflects the spirit of solidarity and cooperation as family members exchange food and fruits to create unforgettable memories.
Most people also share this delicious food in mosques and Ramadhan tents along with their fellow citizens, expatriates, and those in need. This participation is seen as a unique opportunity to enhance togetherness, embodying the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan.
According to Yahya al Haji, breaking fasting with families and friends are memories that are in the hearts forever. He said he feel more joy when he comes home in the weekend to spend time with family in Ramadhan.
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