State of Belief - Religion and radio done differently.
242 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsState of Belief is a weekly radio show that explores the intersection of religion with politics, culture, media, and activism, and promotes diverse religious voices in a religiously pluralistic world.
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December 30, 2023 – Ringing in the New With Rainn Wilson
December 30, 2023 23:49 It’s the final hours of 2023! As we prepare to turn the page to the New Year on The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio program and podcast, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush is joined by a guest who uses skills honed as a successful entertainer to promote a deeply spiritual message. “We […] The post December 30, 2023 – Ringing in the New With Rainn Wilson first appeared on State of Belief.
December 16, 2023 – Ringing in the N–w Freedom of Thought Report; The Year in Religion News
December 23, 2023 22:05 It may feel like there’s little to laugh about these days… But the fact is, seeking out joy and amusement is even more important when things seem grin. This key to emotional resilience is just one part of the ground we cover on this week’s The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show […] The post December 23, 2023 – The Spiritual Power of Humor With Rev. Susan Sparks first appeared on State of Belief.
December 23, 2023 – The Spiritual Power of Humor With Rev. Susan Sparks
December 23, 2023 22:05 It may feel like there’s little to laugh about these days… But the fact is, seeking out joy and amusement is even more important when things seem grin. This key to emotional resilience is just one part of the ground we cover on this week’s The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show […] The post December 23, 2023 – The Spiritual Power of Humor With Rev. Susan Sparks first appeared on State of Belief.
December 16, 2023 – Ringing in the N–w Freedom of Thought Report; The Year in Religion News
December 16, 2023 21:21 Religious freedom is measured by how free individuals are to pursue minority beliefs… And that measure is particularly noteworthy for the freedom to follow an entirely secular set of values. This week on The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast, Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with Gary McLelland of Humanist […] The post December 16, 2023 – Freedom of Thought Report; The Year in Religion News first appeared on State of Belief.
December 16, 2023 – Freedom of Thought Report; The Year in Religion News
December 16, 2023 21:21 Religious freedom is measured by how free individuals are to pursue minority beliefs… And that measure is particularly noteworthy for the freedom to follow an entirely secular set of values. This week on The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast, Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with Gary McLelland of Humanist […] The post December 16, 2023 – Freedom of Thought Report; The Year in Religion News first appeared on State of Belief.
December 9, 2023 – Speaker Mike “Moses” Johnson and the Christian Lawmakers
December 09, 2023 22:16 House Speaker Mike Johnson comparing himself to Moses while describing his divine call to the third most powerful office in the land stood out even as he accepted the National Association of Christian Lawmakers’ American Patriot Award for Christian Honor and Courage. How can leaders prioritize democracy for all when their overt fealty is to a fundamentalist vision […] The post December 9, 2023 – Speaker Mike “Moses” Johnson and the Christian Lawmakers first appeared on State of Belief.
December 2, 2023: Interfaith Alliance of Southwest Florida; Election ’24 with Greg Lebel
December 02, 2023 22:40 The 2024 election campaign is taking shape – and the way different tactics worked or didn’t work to impact the 2023 vote can help us predict what’s coming next November. In particular, understanding how religion shapes politics at the national and local levels is more important now than ever. This week on The State […] The post December 2, 2023: Interfaith Alliance of Southwest Florida; Election ’24 with Greg Lebel first appeared on State of Belief.
November 25, 2023 – Thanksgiving with Father James Martin
November 25, 2023 22:32 During the holiday season we tend to reflect on the past year, remembering the difficult times and giving thanks for the courage to move forward into the next season with hopeful joy. In the story of the raising of Lazarus, we are confronted with what it means to leave behind what holds us back […] The post November 25, 2023 – Thanksgiving with Father James Martin first appeared on State of Belief.
November 18, 2023 – Creating Change Through Film
November 18, 2023 19:55 In today’s digital age, people find themselves immersed in a vast ocean of media. From scrolling through social media feeds to streaming videos and engaging with the 24-hour news cycle, the consumption of media has become an integral aspect of daily life. Imagine a world where the majority of the content consumed is designed […] The post November 18, 2023 – Creating Change Through Film first appeared on State of Belief.
November 11, 2023 – Diwali with Sushma Dwivedi; Sharon Salzberg on Openness and Freedom
November 11, 2023 21:59 There are so many ways to lean into living authentically and celebrating the moments that bring us the most joy, especially in times when our world seems dark. And that can provide the resilience we all need to handle the dark part. This week on The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show […] The post November 11, 2023 – Diwali with Sushma Dwivedi; Sharon Salzberg on Openness and Freedom first appeared on State of Belief.
November 4, 2023 – American Values Survey with Robert P. Jones; Diane Winston and Reagan’s Evangelical Vision
November 04, 2023 22:33 The last several decades have seen the parallel rise of both evangelicalism and white nationalism in our mainstream media and politics. This week on The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush looks at disturbing trends revealed in the annual Public Religion Research Institute American Values […] The post November 4, 2023 – American Values Survey with Robert P. Jones; Diane Winston and Reagan’s Evangelical Vision first appe...
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October 28, 2023 16:27 Over the past few years, a coordinated national censorship campaign – with deep ties to the Christian nationalist movement – is targeting books about and awareness of minority faiths and ethnicities, LGBTQ+ identity, racism, and history. Thankfully, people of faith and conscience are organizing in their communities and taking a stand for our freedom […] The post October 28, 2023 – The Faith Fight Against Belief Bans first appeared on State of Belief.
October 28, 2023 – The Faith Fight Against Belief Bans
October 28, 2023 16:27 Over the past few years, a coordinated national censorship campaign – with deep ties to the Christian nationalist movement – is targeting books about and awareness of minority faiths and ethnicities, LGBTQ+ identity, racism, and history. Thankfully, people of faith and conscience are organizing in their communities and taking a stand for our freedom […] The post October 28, 2023 – The Faith Fight Against Belief Bans first appeared on State of Belief.
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October 28, 2023 16:27 Over the past few years, a coordinated national censorship campaign – with deep ties to the Christian nationalist movement – is targeting books about and awareness of minority faiths and ethnicities, LGBTQ+ identity, racism, and history. Thankfully, people of faith and conscience are organizing in their communities and taking a stand for our freedom […] The post October 28, 2023 – The Faith Fight Against Belief Bans first appeared on State of Belief.
October 21, 2023 – Unharden Our Hearts: Religious Leaders on the Violence In the Middle East
October 20, 2023 18:00 In the days since the outbreak of brutal violence in Israel and Gaza, communities across the country and around the world have been drawn into conflict, grief, and uncertainty. Even before the violence started, religiously-motivated hate crimes in America had spiked, reaching their highest levels since 2001 – and we’re seeing how current events […] The post October 21, 2023 – Unharden Our Hearts: Religious Leaders on the Violence In the Middle East first appeared on State of Belief.
October 14, 2023 – David Gushee: Defending Democracy from its Christian Enemies
October 13, 2023 20:29 The horrifying attack on the United States Capitol on January 6 has forced us to reckon with the fact that the greatest threats to our democracy can come from within. In particular, the insurrection’s unmistakable links to religious extremism have demonstrated the urgency of bolstering our core democratic values in all of our communities. […] The post October 14, 2023 – David Gushee: Defending Democracy from its Christian Enemies first appeared on State of Belief.
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October 13, 2023 20:29 The horrifying attack on the United States Capitol on January 6 has forced us to reckon with the fact that the greatest threats to our democracy can come from within. In particular, the insurrection’s unmistakable links to religious extremism have demonstrated the urgency of bolstering our core democratic values in all of our communities. […] The post October 14, 2023 – David Gushee: Defending Democracy from its Christian Enemies first appeared on State of Belief.
October 7, 2023 – LGBTQI+ Faith Activism: Jon Cohen, Darcy Hirsh, and Allen Morris; Also, Jewtina Founder Analucía Lopezrevoredo
October 07, 2023 13:19 Across faith and place, Americans know that religious and cultural diversity is one of our nation’s greatest strengths. It is because of our beliefs, not in spite of them, that we are committed to building a country where all people are valued and can live with full dignity and respect. This week on The […] The post October 7, 2023 – LGBTQI+ Faith Activism: Jon Cohen, Darcy Hirsh, and Allen Morris; Also, Jewtina Founder Analucía Lopezrevoredo first appeared on State of Belief.
September 30, 2023 – Banned Books Week with Tracie D. Hall and Sabrina Baêta
September 30, 2023 19:47 - 3 minutes - 5.15 MB Since 2021, a coordinated campaign to censor certain literature, curricula, and ideas has spread like wildfire across American public schools and libraries. The growing movement to ban books has found startling success, and authors and characters representing marginalized communities – including minority faiths – have been disproportionately singled out. As we mark the start […] The post September 30, 2023 – Banned Books Week with Tracie D. Hall and Sabrina Baêta first appeared on State ...
September 23, 2023 – The Gospel According to James Baldwin with author Greg Garrett
September 23, 2023 22:11 - 3 minutes - 4.97 MB What insights essential for today’s divided America can be found in the timeless writing of the great James Baldwin? And what recent developments in religion news are likely to resonate throughout our culture, in faith and secular areas alike? On this week’s State of Belief, the weekly radio program and podcast from Interfaith Alliance, […] The post September 23, 2023 – The Gospel According to James Baldwin with author Greg Garrett first appeared on State of Belief.
September 16, 2023: Faith and Public Service with Texas Reps Salman Bhojani and James Talarico
September 16, 2023 21:02 - 56 minutes - 29.2 MB Since the beginning, The State of Belief has consistently pushed back against elected officials exploiting their positions of power to impose their own personal beliefs on those whom they serve. While that issue remains pervasive, other politicians have demonstrated that there is a better way – how personal faith can inspire devoted public service […] The post September 16, 2023: Faith and Public Service with Texas Reps Salman Bhojani and James Talarico first appeared on State of Belief.
September 9, 2023: The Real Moral Majority with Rev. Jen Butler
September 09, 2023 21:30 - 48 minutes - 25.9 MB From our nation’s founding, religion and politics have been intertwined. But the stereotype of what a “religious activist” looks like and believes is far from the reality. Our nation has a rich history of diverse people of faith fighting for justice, from racial equality, to health care access, to LGBTQ+ rights, the list goes […] The post September 9, 2023: The Real Moral Majority with Rev. Jen Butler first appeared on State of Belief.
September 2, 2023 – What Good Religion Can Do With Katherine Marshall
September 02, 2023 20:40 - 51 minutes - 27.1 MB There are desperate needs in this world that religion and interfaith coalitions can address in uniquely effective ways. And a leading expert on the intersection of religion, development and peace joins host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush on this week’s State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio program and podcast. Dr. Katherine Marshall is Senior […] The post September 2, 2023 – What Good Religion Can Do With Katherine Marshall first appeared on State of Belief.
August 26, 2023 – A Call to Conscience at the Parliament of the World’s Religions
August 22, 2023 08:33 - 1 hour - 33.2 MB The Parliament of the World’s Religions brings together thousands of religious leaders and activists from around the globe and across diverse faith traditions. Interfaith Alliance was honored to participate in this month’s convening in Chicago and meet so many new friends across faith and place committed to fighting the good fight for an inclusive […] The post August 26, 2023 – A Call to Conscience at the Parliament of the World’s Religions first appeared on State of Belief.
August 19, 2023 – The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy with Robert P. Jones
August 19, 2023 21:18 - 48 minutes - 25.7 MB More and more, scholars of religion and history are making a point to differentiate between Christian nationalism – a pernicious and anti-democratic ideology – and white Christian nationalism, a specific manifestation of this extreme movement that has influenced our nation’s policy and structures for decades. Now, a historian and researcher exposes how these themes […] The post August 19, 2023 – The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy with Robert P. Jones first appeared on State of Belief.
August 12, 2023 – Preview: Defending Freedom and Human Rights at the Parliament of the World’s Religions
August 12, 2023 08:36 - 48 minutes - 25.5 MB Starting on Monday, August 14th, Chicago, Ill. will play host to a unique week-long global initiative for peace and mutual understanding: the Parliament of the World’s Religions. With a history tracing back to 1893, the Parliament’s convenings attract participants from more than 200 diverse religious, indigenous, and secular beliefs and more than 80 nations. […] The post August 12, 2023 – Preview: Defending Freedom and Human Rights at the Parliament of the World’s Religions first appeared...
August 5, 2023 – American Idolatry with Andrew Whitehead
August 05, 2023 21:27 - 55 minutes - 28.8 MB I’m convinced that Christian nationalism makes us bad Christians. -Andrew Whitehead You’ve heard a lot of compelling State of Belief conversations addressing the very real threat of Christian nationalism to American democracy and our pluralistic society. Now it’s time to expand the focus to include the damage American religion itself is enduring from this […] The post August 5, 2023 – American Idolatry with Andrew Whitehead first appeared on State of Belief.
July 29, 2023 – Protecting Democracy with Congressman Jamie Raskin
July 29, 2023 19:58 - 55 minutes - 28.9 MB “You’ve got to view the ban on books and the attempt to stop Critical Race Theory, by which they mean any teaching of the actual history of the country with respect to racism and white supremacy – all of these are efforts basically to condition the children of America, the young people of America, […] The post July 29, 2023 – Protecting Democracy with Congressman Jamie Raskin first appeared on State of Belief.
July 22, 2023 – Staying Awoke with Derrick Harkins
July 22, 2023 20:34 - 50 minutes - 26.6 MB Rev. Dr. Derrick Harkins has made his mark in government, religion, and media. The former director of the Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at the Department of Housing and Urban Development under President Biden, has also served as director of Interfaith Outreach for the Democratic National Committee, where he also led faith outreach […] The post July 22, 2023 – Staying Awoke with Derrick Harkins first appeared on State of Belief.
July 15, 2023 – Setbacks from SCOTUS with Elizabeth Reiner Platt
July 15, 2023 22:05 - 44 minutes - 23.9 MB In June, the Supreme Court delivered its ruling in 303 Creative v. Elenis, a case brought forward by Lorie Smith, an evangelical Christian website designer in Colorado who said she should not have to provide services to same-sex couples due to her religious beliefs. The court decided 6-3 that the First Amendment’s free speech […] The post July 15, 2023 – Setbacks from SCOTUS with Elizabeth Reiner Platt first appeared on State of Belief.
July 8, 2023 – Peter Maer Interviews Paul Raushenbush
July 08, 2023 22:03 - 48 minutes - 25.8 MB The tables turn this week on The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast. Our host, Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush, will be sitting in the guest chair, as former CBS News White House Correspondent Peter Maer interviews Paul about his first year at the helm of Interfaith Alliance. As the great-grandson […] The post July 8, 2023 – Peter Maer Interviews Paul Raushenbush first appeared on State of Belief.
July 1, 2023 – Kevin M. Kruse, Re-righting History
July 01, 2023 22:05 - 1 hour - 32 MB From the COVID-19 pandemic to the January 6th insurrection, there’s no shortage of twists and turns the nation has endured in recent years. Underpinning each of these events is a battle over what’s true and what’s false, forcing Americans to more carefully consider where they receive their information. This week on The State of […] The post July 1, 2023 – Kevin M. Kruse, Re-righting History first appeared on State of Belief.
June 24, 2023 – Dobbs Ruling Anti-versary: Rev. Angela Tyler-Williams of SACReD
June 24, 2023 22:25 One year ago, the Supreme Court decimated the reproductive and religious freedom rights of Americans. Catalyzed by extremist religious activists, the conservative majority on the Court opened the door for a flood of state-level bans and restrictions by nullifying the long-standing Roe v. Wade decision. This week on The State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show […] The post June 24, 2023 – Dobbs Ruling Anti-versary: Rev. Angela Tyler-Williams of SACReD first appeared on Stat...
June 17, 2023 – Faith for Pride 2023
June 17, 2023 14:23 - 57 minutes - 29.9 MB All this month, Interfaith Alliance and its partners are celebrating Faith for Pride, our annual effort to mobilize people of all faiths and none in support of LGBTQ+ rights. Our work aims to energize faith-based organizations, congregations, and activists around Pride Month and equip them with the tools to support LGBTQ+ justice year-round. On this […] The post June 17, 2023 – Faith for Pride 2023 first appeared on State of Belief.
June 10, 2023 – Forward With Bishop William Barber II
June 10, 2023 15:26 - 59 minutes - 30.7 MB Since 2006, our radio show and podcast State of Belief has brought lively and impactful discussions to the homes of Americans across faith and place. Even after more than two decades, there is nothing on the airwaves like State of Belief: our conversations with inspiring leaders illuminate the path to securing equal rights for people […] The post June 10, 2023 – Forward With Bishop William Barber II first appeared on State of Belief.
June 3, 2023 – The None-bers Game With Ryan Burge
June 03, 2023 21:03 - 1 hour - 35.2 MBNearly three decades ago, Interfaith Alliance was founded to celebrate true religious freedom and to challenge the bigotry and hatred arising from religious and political extremists. Today, that mission is more urgent than ever, as Christian nationalists and their allies try to blur the boundaries between church and state. On this week’s State of Belief, […] The post June 3, 2023 – The None-bers Game With Ryan Burge first appeared on State of Belief.
Faith for Pride 2023
May 31, 2023 18:03 - 23.5 MBThe majority of faith groups and congregations across the country are inspired by their traditions to celebrate the inherent dignity and worth of all people, including the many beloved LGBTQ+ members of their communities. But an extremist minority is working to distort the meaning of religious freedom to discriminate against those who identify or believe differently than […] The post Faith for Pride 2023 first appeared on State of Belief.
May 27, 2023 – How We Learn to be Brave, Bishop Mariann Budde
May 26, 2023 21:50 - 50 minutes - 26.4 MBIf there’s one thing our age demands, it’s courage. Courage for solidarity with the marginalized; to uphold principle; and to live with integrity. A powerful book on the subject has just been published by Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, the Epicopal bishop of Washington, DC, How We Learn To Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life […] The post May 27, 2023 – How We Learn to be Brave, Bishop Mariann Budde first appeared on State of Belief.
May 20, 2023 – The White Mother I Never Knew, John Blake
May 19, 2023 07:53 - 54 minutes - 28.4 MBThere may be different motives behind the widespread othering of Black and LGBTQI+ Americans today, but the tactics are, sadly, effective – and dangerous to our very democracy. Worse, religious rhetoric gets dragged into the conversation even as books on historical racism get banned and some 500 anti-LGBTQI+ bills proliferate in statehouses across the country. […] The post May 20, 2023 – The White Mother I Never Knew, John Blake first appeared on State of Belief.
May 13, 2023 – Experts on Evangelicalism: Brad Onishi and Isaac Sharp
May 13, 2023 22:35 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBIn recent years, American evangelical identity has become so closely associated with only its most politically conservative, religiously narrow, and culturally white claimants. Today, white evangelicals are considered to be the most reliable supporters of the Republican Party and its political candidates. This week on State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast, […] The post May 13, 2023 – Experts on Evangelicalism: Brad Onishi and Isaac Sharp first appeared on Stat...
May 6, 2023 – Eric Ward: A Punk Prescription for Building Community
May 06, 2023 16:34 - 54 minutes - 28.4 MBThe vast majority of Americans reject religious extremism – but that doesn’t mean the anti-democratic Christian nationalist movement isn’t a dangerous force to be reckoned with. This week on State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush is joined by Eric K. Ward, executive vice president at Race […] The post May 6, 2023 – Eric Ward: A Punk Prescription for Building Community first appeared on State of Belief.
April 29, 2023 – Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month
April 28, 2023 08:50 - 1 hour - 33.1 MBSikh Awareness and Appreciation Month provides us with an opportunity to recognize and appreciate Sikhs as an integral part of communities across America. Today, 19 states and numerous cities have adopted resolutions acknowledging the month. This week on State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush explores the […] The post April 29, 2023 – Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month first appeared on State of Belief.
April 22, 2023 – Dora Muhammad: Faith and Planned Parenthood
April 21, 2023 17:29 - 58 minutes - 30.2 MBFaith should be a bridge not a bludgeon. And yet, the Religious Right continues to weaponize religion to attack our LGBTQ+ siblings, religious minorities, and access to reproductive health care. This week on State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s weekly radio show and podcast, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush speaks with guests at the forefront of […] The post April 22, 2023 – Dora Muhammad: Faith and Planned Parenthood first appeared on State of Belief.
April 15, 2023 – Summit for Religious Freedom: AU’s Rachel Laser
April 14, 2023 20:45 - 51 minutes - 27.1 MBWe are seeing religious rhetoric and moral authority misused in many parts of our society. In state legislatures, the kind of sectarian language that would have never been uttered just a few years ago has become commonplace. And religious agendas are turning up at every level of government. In Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis is enacting […] The post April 15, 2023 – Summit for Religious Freedom: AU’s Rachel Laser first appeared on State of Belief.
April 8, 2023 – Living Easter with Bishop Mariann Budde
April 07, 2023 16:11 - 48 minutes - 25.5 MBHoly Week culminates with the arrival of Easter, a time when Christians gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus – the triumph of life over death. While Holy Week provides a time for prayer, worship, and community, the power of faith language to draw people together continues to be misused – most recently to feed […] The post April 8, 2023 – Living Easter with Bishop Mariann Budde first appeared on State of Belief.
April 1, 2023 – Rabbi Jonah Pesner: Passover Together
March 31, 2023 18:40 - 40 minutes - 20.7 MBPassover starts this year at sundown on Wednesday, April 5. A sacred holiday for the Jewish people, congregations this year are taking extra precautions ahead of this year’s holiday after antisemitic incidents have reached a record high in the United States. Joining host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush on this week’s State of Belief, Interfaith Alliance’s […] The post April 1, 2023 – Rabbi Jonah Pesner: Passover Together first appeared on State of Belief.
March 25, 2023 – Jeff Sharlet, The Undertow
March 24, 2023 19:38 - 53 minutes - 29.9 MBMovements are made up of individuals – each with fears, biases, relationships and beliefs. That’s why understanding – and if needed, countering – any movement requires a close and empathetic look at the individuals comprising it. Otherwise, it’s just too easy to fall into the paralyzing “those people are all insane” dismissiveness so many Americans […] The post March 25, 2023 – Jeff Sharlet, The Undertow first appeared on State of Belief.
Protected: Confronting Antisemitism
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Confronting Antisemitism
March 20, 2023 13:47 - 17.8 MBAntisemitism in this country has seen a resurgence few could have predicted just a few years ago. On State of Belief, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush is conducting a series of conversations about the history, strategy, impact and manifestations of bigotry and conspiracy theories aimed at our Jewish neighbors. Even more, we’re exploring ways dedicated […] The post Confronting Antisemitism first appeared on State of Belief.
MARCH 18, 2023 – Najeeba Syeed: A Peacemaker at Ramadan
March 17, 2023 13:35 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBThis week, many Muslim Americans will begin observing the holy month of Ramadan. A time of intense spiritual discipline, and fasting during the daylight hours from dawn to dusk, Ramadan allows for contemplation of one’s relationship with God, intensive prayer, charity, and study of the Quran. As the seasons of Lent and Ramadan cross over […] The post MARCH 18, 2023 – Najeeba Syeed: A Peacemaker at Ramadan first appeared on State of Belief.