The Ramadan tent was set up for the first time in 2006 and in time has grown and become an example for similar projects in other parts of Russia. The tent is largely seen as a symbol of peace and tolerance in Russia. It is also supported by the Moscow municipal administration.
A scene from Monday’s iftar at the Ramadan tent in Moscow. (Photo: Cihan) |
In his speech, Gaynuddin said the tent in Moscow, which was set up this year for the seventh time, is taken as a model in other parts of Russia, such as the Ural and Privolye regions. The Ramadan tent contributes greatly to unity and peace in Moscow and inter-religious dialogue and friendship between communities, he noted
“We, as Russian Muslims, hope that all the Russian citizens live in peace and stability,” Gaynuddin concluded.
Also speaking at the dinner, Zinovy Kogan from the Russian Jewish Congress said he had been touched by the spiritual atmosphere of Ramadan and he praised the initiative of setting up an iftar tent during Ramadan. “I also want to send my love and greetings to our Turkish Muslim friends,” Kogan said.
The Ramadan tent in Moscow is scheduled to celebrate a traditional Turkish day on Aug. 11, an advisor of religious services at the Turkish Embassy in Moscow, Fahri Sağlık, told the Cihan news agency. He called upon all Turkish residents of Moscow to join them at the tent that day.
Source: Today's Zaman
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