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SUMMARY: Fasting to commemorate the day of Ashura is a meaningful and recommended ritual for Muslims in view of that day's great significance and sanctity.

SUMMARY: With differences between Sunnis and Shias on the significance and actions of such days as Ashura, Muslims must remember not to let their differences become a source of communal strife.

SUMMARY: Learning and engagement with the Hijri Calendar can add depth to our faith and acquaint us with priceless knowledge about our Islamic history and heritage.

SUMMARY: In spite of its importance, Islam is a natural faith that allows for light-heartedness and humor when appropriate.

SUMMARY: An educational initiative where youth teaching their elders computer skills has been excellent not only for education but also for bridging the divide between generations and fostering a stronger community.