Muslims from 47 Nationalities Attend Iftar Event at Taipei Grand Mosque

AhlulBayt News Agency: More than 800 Muslims from 47 nationalities gathered for a communal iftar at Taipei Grand Mosque earlier this week.

In a scene that symbolizes the unity of Muslims across borders and cultures, Taipei Grand Mosque in the north of the East Asian island witnessed a large gathering of more than 800 Muslims from 47 different nationalities on two consecutive nights, an event that demonstrates the strength of Islamic presence and the solidarity of Muslims despite their diverse backgrounds, the Muslimsaroundtheworld website reported.

The event is not just a seasonal religious occasion, but also reveals the depth of human and religious bonds that unite Taiwanese and other Muslims. The event emphasizes the role of mosques as unifying centers that strengthen religious identity and support coexistence and integration in multicultural societies.

Taipei Grand Mosque, the largest and oldest mosque in Taiwan, served as the main center of this unifying event, welcoming hundreds of fasting Muslims from Asian, African, and European countries. The halls and courtyards of the mosque were packed with participants, all of whom maintained a meticulous order and organization that demonstrated a high level of awareness and responsibility.

This large presence highlights the central role of the mosque as a religious and social institution, not only for resident Muslims, but also for students, workers, and visitors, who find there a space that unites them in the values ​​of faith, solidarity, and mutual support.

The communal iftar vividly depicted the unity of Muslims despite their diverse origins, languages, and cultures. Participants gathered around a single table, with a common faith and shared human values, in a pattern that embodies the essence of Islam, which is based on brotherhood and cooperation.

Volunteers also played a significant role in the success of the event. This practical demonstration of the values ​​of forgiveness and social responsibility fosters a spirit of solidarity and strengthens bonds within the Muslim community.

The event marks the expansion of organized Islamic activities in Taiwan and emphasizes that Ramadan provides an opportunity to strengthen Islamic presence in the public sphere, build bridges of understanding with the wider community, and highlight the humanitarian values ​​inherent in Islam.

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