Ramadan : Exploring the sacred month, history, significance and traditions

by Luke Davies, Elias Asmawu

" A Journey Through the Sacred Month" delves into the profound significance, rich history, and timeless traditions surrounding Ramadan. From its origins to its contemporary practices, this comprehensive exploration offers readers a deep understanding of the spiritual significance of fasting, prayer, and reflection during this holiest month in Islam. Through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis, readers will embark on a transformative journey, gaining a deeper appreciation for the spiritual, cultural, and communal aspects of Ramadan. Whether you are seeking to deepen your understanding of Islamic traditions or simply intrigued by the beauty of this sacred month, "Ramadan" promises to be an enlightening and enriching read.

28 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 9, 2024

About the author

Luke Davies is an Australian writer of novels and poetry. He has published two novels, Isabelle the Navigator and the cult bestseller Candy, which was shortlisted for the NSW Premier's Literary Awards in 1998. A film version of Candy, starring Heath Ledger, was released in 2006 and won the AFI for Best Adapted Screenplay. His novel God of Speed, about the life of Howard Hughes, is due for release in April 2008.
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Davies has published five books of poetry, including Running With Light, which was the winner of the Judith Wright Poetry Prize 2000, and Totem, which won the 2004 Age Book of the Year Award. He was also awarded the Philip Hodgins Memorial Medal for Poetry in 2004. He has completed several residencies around the world, including at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre for the Arts, Ireland, The Australia Centre, Chiang Mai, Thailand, the Centre d'Art