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2025-03-01 08:18:17
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FROM ‘SALAM’ SHOWER GEL TO ‘ETHNIC’ BEDDING, FIRMS WANT TO CELEBRATE RAMADAN. BUT SOME CAN’T EVEN SPELL ‘IFTAR’ | NADEINE ASBALI
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✍️ The article discusses the commercialization of Ramadan, the holy month in the Muslim calendar, and how it has become increasingly consumerist.
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👉 Major companies are capitalizing on the Muslim pound, estimated to be worth over £20.5bn
👉 Ramadan has become increasingly commercialized, with a focus on consumerism and productivity
👉 The author argues that this commercialization detracts from the spiritual meaning of Ramadan
👉 The emphasis on productivity and competition during Ramadan is seen as a distraction from the holy month's true purpose
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#NadeineAsbali #Britain #religion
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