MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte has called on Filipinos to unite and help those who are in need as Muslims commemorate the holy month of Ramadan.
The month-long Ramadan of the Muslim faithful begins on Tuesday, April 13.
Duterte said he joins Muslim Filipinos in commemorating the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Mohammad, adding that the period of fasting during Ramadan is a reminder of the “value of sacrifice, obedience and charity.”
“In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful, may peace, mercy and blessings be upon you all on the holy month of Ramadan,” he said in a message on Monday.
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