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Yesterday I had a telemedicine visit with a Muslim patient who had some questions regarding the taking of his medications during Ramadan.
I answered his questions, letting him know how to be compliant with his beliefs and his treatment plan.
Just before signing off, I wished him a joyous Ramadan.
Was that the right thing to say?
jimfields33
(15,669 posts)About half way down they recommend greetings.
hlthe2b
(102,106 posts)I agree with this piece from Time Magazine last year...
You can exchange Ramadan greetings by saying Ramadan Kareem, which translates into Have a generous Ramadan, or Ramadan Mubarak, which roughly translates into Happy Ramadan.
https://time.com/5583680/ramadan-2019-guide-date-greeting/
The Magistrate
(95,241 posts)A believer may show up to correct me, but that strikes me as along the lines of wishing a Catholic a Happy Lent. At the end of Ramadan I believe is the festival of Eid, which is a joyous feast.
It seems to me unlikely you caused any offense, however. Clearly you were acting in good faith and understanding in tailoring your advice to what your patient said of his beliefs. That would be what was important.
Aristus
(66,275 posts)But I remember reading that breaking the fast after sunset is considered a happy time, when families gather together to eat and celebrate. That's sort of what I meant.
Thank you for the reassurance.