February 12, 2012
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German governor impressed by local Muslims hosts iftar
Interest in the Schleswig iftar for the local Islamic community was high amongst Muslim and non-Muslim Germans alike.
7 September 2010 / METIN CAVLAK, RAMIS KILIÇARSLAN , SCHLESWIG
German District Governor Bogislav-Tessen von Gerlach was greatly affected by an iftar (fast-breaking dinner) program he attended last Ramadan, and in return this year hosted an iftar at the gubernatorial residence for Muslims who live in his town, Schleswig.
Von Gerlach had previously attended an iftar at the DİTİB Veysel Karani Mosque in Schleswig, which is in the German state of Schleswig-Holstein. In his remarks at the iftar he hosted this year, von Gerlach noted that iftars were an important element of religious and social life for Muslims and said that he felt non-Muslims should take part in such traditions as well. He said that even if no longer widespread, fasting is also a Christian tradition. “For a person to invite another to their table, as a friend, and for this invitation to be accepted is very beautiful. We weren’t able to stand by and watch as this exhibition of beauty was going on [and so we held this iftar].”
Von Gerlach noted that the activities of Muslims in his town had focused on dialogue and outreach efforts, highlighting different cultures, traditions and customs and even holidays. “Especially during Ramadan, Muslims are closely bound to one another, I know this. And it’s a beautiful gesture for them to invite their non-Muslim friends and neighbors. The resulting togetherness, friendship and dialogue are the best fruits of this effort, and a great indicator,” he said.
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