Deserted mosques in Malé, a lackluster Ramadan like no other
2020 Apr Sun 17:51
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Maldives observed the first day of Ramadan 1441 on Friday. This year, Ramadan falls during a time the Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has wreaked havoc across the entire globe, infecting and killing millions. Ramadan is one of the most looked-forward-to occasions for Muslims globally, however, the Islamic country is shaken to observe this fasting month, in the absence of prayers in congregation
Masjid Al Sultan Muhammad Imaduddin
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Jalaluddin Mosque.
Mosques in the capital city have been closed off, due to the pandemic.
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Jalaluddin Mosque.
Individuals of all ages join prayer congregations each Ramadan
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Jalaluddin Mosque.
Every year, thousands gather at mosques to break their fasts.
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Bihuroazu Kamana Mosque.
Every year, the Muslim community joins in congregation to perform tarawih prayers every night of Ramadan.
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Yusuf al-Barbari Mosque.
Praying in congregation is believed to lift the spirit of Ramadan, by Muslims worldwide.
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Yusuf al-Barbari Mosque.
The month is one that brings joy to the Muslim community every year, with mosques being filled up with keen worshipers
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Jalaluddin Mosque.
Although mosques have been closed, the people have been urged to be diligent in their prayers, at home
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Jalaluddin Mosque.
The first day of Ramadan 1441 was met during a time the Covid-19 pandemic has shaken the nation.
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Masjid Al Sultan Muhammad Imaduddin.
Security lines have been drawn across all mosques in Malé.
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