Hillary Clinton Tweets Ramadan Wishes

Wishing a blessed Ramadan to all.

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Wishing a blessed Ramadan to all those who have embarked on the month of fasting.

Secretary Clinton's Greeting for the Beginning of Ramadan

On the Occasion of the Beginning of Ramadan

Press Statement

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

August 1, 2011

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On behalf of the people of the United States, I wish all Muslims around the world a happy and blessed Ramadan.

Ramadan is a time for self-reflection, sharing and renewal. American Muslims make valuable contributions to our country every day and millions around the world will commemorate this month with acts of service and volunteerism to their communities.

Along with dozens of our Embassies, I will host an Eid Celebration in Washington for Muslims and non-Muslims to join together and reflect on our common values, faith and the gifts of the past year.

During this month of peace and humility, I wish the 1.6 billion Muslims around the world Ramadan Kareem.

To all who celebrate it, Happy Ramadan!

Secretary Clinton's Ramadan Message

Ramadan Message

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

August 11, 2010

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On behalf of the United States Department of State, I wish all Muslims around the world a happy and blessed Ramadan.

Ramadan is a time for self-reflection and sharing. American Muslims make valuable contributions to our country every day and millions will honor this month with acts of service and giving back to their communities.

Along with dozens of our Embassies, I will host an Iftar in Washington, DC, for Muslims and non-Muslims to join together and reflect on our common values, faith and the gifts of the past year. At our Iftar, we will also celebrate dozens of young American Muslims who are helping shape the future of our country with their energy and spirit. These young business and social entrepreneurs, academics, spiritual leaders, and other young Muslims around the world are leading the way to a new era of mutual respect and cooperation among all the citizens of our world.

During this month of peace and renewal, I wish the 1.5 billion Muslims around the world Ramadan Kareem.

Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton's Remarks at the Annual State Department Iftar Dinner Tonight

Hillary hosted this break-fast dinner tonight. During Ramadan, Muslims fast until after sundown every day for the whole month (so everyone was hungry). Astrologers determine exactly when Ramadan begins and ends. This does not necessarily coincide with the dates printed on calendars. For Muslims from other countries visiting in the United States, Ramadan usually begins with a phone call from the embassy relaying the determination by the astrologers that the time for fasting has come. The Eid at the end (also determined by astrologers and signaled by phone calls - sometimes it comes as a surprise) is a time of great feasting, as you might imagine.