Technology Gives Ramadan Special Taste
By IslamOnline on Muslim Lifestyle from www.islamonline.net
With many using popular online social networking sites to get fasting tips and exchange Ramadan diaries, modern technology is giving the holy fasting month of Ramadan a special taste.
"The spirit of Ramadan is the same," Arij Elmi, a 21-year-old Canadian Muslim, told The Windsor Star on Friday, August 21.
"But what has changed is that instead of looking at a calendar, I can look at my friends' Facebook status to see what is coming."
Elmi often uses Facebook, the world’s largest online social network, to get helpful recipes and tips for getting the most out of the daily fast during Ramadan.
"Something people typically do is overeat as soon as it's time to eat," she said.
"I have one friend who sends out messages on Facebook reminding people to eat in moderation or use a small plate."
Muslims also use Twitter, a free social messaging utility that has become an Internet sensation, to exchange Ramadan greetings and encourage each others to be more dedicated during the holy month.
"The spirit of Ramadan is the same," Arij Elmi, a 21-year-old Canadian Muslim, told The Windsor Star on Friday, August 21.
"But what has changed is that instead of looking at a calendar, I can look at my friends' Facebook status to see what is coming."
Elmi often uses Facebook, the world’s largest online social network, to get helpful recipes and tips for getting the most out of the daily fast during Ramadan.
"Something people typically do is overeat as soon as it's time to eat," she said.
"I have one friend who sends out messages on Facebook reminding people to eat in moderation or use a small plate."
Muslims also use Twitter, a free social messaging utility that has become an Internet sensation, to exchange Ramadan greetings and encourage each others to be more dedicated during the holy month.
