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Ramadan and Lent share fasting, other similarities

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March 11, 2024

Religious fasting is a spiritual practice that unites Muslims, Christians and many other faiths all over the world. Fasting involves self-reflection, empathy and seeking a deeper connection with God. So, what similarities are there between the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and Christianity's Lent season?

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