Ramadan 24/7 Prayer for the Kanuri Manga

Ramadan is one of the five requirements (or pillars) of Islam. During each of its 30 days, Muslims are obligated to fast from dawn until dusk. During this time they are supposed to abstain from food, drinking liquids, smoking, and sexual relations.

Manga women typically spend the afternoons preparing a big meal. At sunset, families and friends often gather together to break the fast. Traditionally, Manga people break the fast with hot porridge, a drink of water, a large meal, and some dates. A lot of men will stay up late into the night talking and drinking tea with friends.

Ramadan is a time when many Manga people become serious about their religion. Many will attend extra prayer services and do additional ritual prayers. Some even read the entire Quran. This increased spiritual focus makes it a strategic time for us to pray for them.