Minneapolis to Allow Broadcast of Muslim Call to Prayer Over Loudspeakers During Ramadan
Document Type
News Article
Publication Date
4-22-2020
Capture Date
5-23-2020
URL
https://tennesseestar.com/2020/04/22/minneapolis-to-allow-broadcast-of-muslim-call-to-prayer-over-loudspeakers-during-ramadan/
Abstract
The Tennessee Star discusses the Mayor of Minneapolis’ decision to grant permission for the Islamic call to prayer or the adhan, to be broadcasted from a local mosque during Ramadan. The article focuses on the reasons behind Mayor Jacob Frey’s decision, including religious inclusion and providing aid to Muslims suffering from social distancing.
WMU ScholarWorks Citation
Gockowski, Anthony, "Minneapolis to Allow Broadcast of Muslim Call to Prayer Over Loudspeakers During Ramadan" (2020). Pandemic Response and Religion in the USA: Ritual. 8.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/religion-pandemic-ritual/8