Muslims Around The World Face A Different Kind Of Ramadan

Authors

Scott Neuman, NPR

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-24-2020

Capture Date

6-28-2020

URL

https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2020/04/24/843521371/muslims-around-the-world-face-a-different-kind-of-ramadan-amid-coronavirus

Abstract

This article discusses the impact COVID-19 has had on Muslims celebrating Ramadan, and adaptations needed to be made due to the pandemic. The closing of mosques along with the curbing of communal prayer is detailed in the article. Virtual and video conferencing methods of communication are discussed, as are their impact on prayer. The article focuses on the experience of Muslims from places such as Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, and the United States, among many others.

WMU ScholarWorks Citation

Neuman, Scott, "Muslims Around The World Face A Different Kind Of Ramadan" (2020). Pandemic Response and Religion in the USA: Law and Public Policy. 72.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/religion-pandemic-law/72