Speaker Faustino Dy III on Thursday greeted Muslim Filipinos and the global Muslim community at the start of Ramadan, describing the holy month as a time for discipline, sacrifice, and solidarity.
“Sa ating mga kapatid na Muslim dito sa Pilipinas at sa buong mundo, isang mapagpalang pagbati sa pagsisimula ng banal na Buwan ng Ramadan,” Dy said.
(To our Muslim brothers and sisters here in the Philippines and around the world, a blessed greeting on the start of the holy month of Ramadan.)
The Isabela lawmaker said Ramadan is a sacred period of fasting, prayer, and reflection that strengthens faith and deepens compassion.
“Ang Ramadan ay panahon ng pag-aayuno, taimtim na pagdarasal, at mas malalim na pagninilay. Ito ay paalala ng kahalagahan ng disiplina, sakripisyo, at malasakit sa kapwa,” he said.
(Ramadan is a time of fasting, solemn prayer, and deeper reflection. It is a reminder of the importance of discipline, sacrifice, and compassion for others.)
Dy urged Filipinos to use the season to promote unity and peace in their communities.
“Sa diwa ng Ramadan, nawa’y lalo nating pagtibayin ang pagkakaisa, kapayapaan, at malasakit sa ating mga komunidad.”
(In the spirit of Ramadan, may we further strengthen our unity, peace, and compassion within our communities.)
On behalf of the House of Representatives, Dy expressed solidarity with Muslim communities and called on leaders to serve with humility and integrity.
“May this season renew your faith, strengthen your families, and inspire all of us to lead and serve with humility, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the common good. Ramadan Mubarak.”
