Ramadan Begins

Ramadan Begins

Reflection

“Before you speak, ask yourself, ‘Is it kind, is it necessary, is it true, and does it improve on the silence?’” –Sai Baba of Shirdi

Prayer

Word of life,

What a harmonious world it would be, if more of us took the good advice to stay silent more often! Unless we’re improving the silence with a kind and true word that our neighbors deserve to hear, help us embrace the respite that attends a meaningful break from the meaningless chatter. We pray as well for our Muslim brothers and sisters, as they begin their holy season of Ramadan today. May they experience all the blessings that come from such a meaningful break in their own usual patterns and may we all be inspired by such a devoted vision of fasting. Amen.

Call to Action

Make an effort to fast meaningless words today. Pause before speaking and consider if what I’m about to share is kind, necessary, and true. Does it improve on the silence?