Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

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1	1	88R25172 BPG-D
2	2	By: Lalani H.R. No. 1206
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5	5	R E S O L U T I O N
6	6	WHEREAS, Eid al-Fitr is an observance of enormous
7	7	significance in the lives of the more than 400,000 Muslims who call
8	8	Texas home; and
9	9	WHEREAS, Marking the conclusion of Ramadan, a month of
10	10	fasting, prayer, and self-reflection, Eid al-Fitr coincides with
11	11	the beginning of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar,
12	12	with the date of the observance varying each year based on the lunar
13	13	cycle; and
14	14	WHEREAS, During Eid al-Fitr, sunrise is solemnized with a
15	15	communal prayer, salat al-eid; the holiday continues with official
16	16	receptions and private visits, greetings of "Eid Mubarak," and the
17	17	giving of presents; in addition, people may visit the final resting
18	18	places of relatives, volunteer, or perform other acts of charity in
19	19	the spirit of Eid; the many customs that accompany Ramadan are
20	20	emblematic of the rich and diverse traditions that define Muslim
21	21	cultures; and
22	22	WHEREAS, Muslims contribute in myriad ways to the economic,
23	23	cultural, and social fabric of our state, and it is indeed fitting
24	24	to acknowledge the profound importance of Eid al-Fitr to the
25	25	members of this vibrant community as they celebrate with friends,
26	26	families, and fellow worshippers; now, therefore, be it
27	27	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
28	28	Legislature hereby recognize Eid al-Fitr 2023 and extend to Muslims
29	29	of Texas and across the globe sincere best wishes for a joyous and
30	30	meaningful observance.