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Fifth Decree of the Grand Imam
April 25th, 308 A.C.
Yaratıcıdan başka tanrı yoktur ve Mergen onun elçisidir
The Month of Fasting
Faithful Ibadet of Regalia,
In almost a week's time, all pious Ibadet will partake in the celebration of Oruç and fast for the following month, allowing time for internal reflection and service to the Yaradan while followers refrain from indulgence or sin. As a reminder, it is mandatory to uphold the following practices of Oruç as of the 4th of May:
- It is forbidden to eat or drink from sunrise to sunset, with the only meals permitted being suhoor before sunrise and iftar after sunset.
- Avoid indulgent and sinful behavior such as smoking or sexual relations; the body and mind should be focused on purity and devotion.
- Follow the Rule of Yardim and give to the poor, as Oruç is meant to grant us understanding of the struggles of the destitute so that we may treat others with compassion.
- Read and recite the sacred writings of the Prophet Mergen as often as possible, so that one may understand the Yaradan through His messenger's holy word.
Aside from the dutiful obligations of the Ibadet, we should also take this time to help our communities and assist in the healing of societal wounds; give shelter to your neighbor, partake in community service, or even lift the spirits of others, as the tragedies of the many can only be mended through the will of the righteous. One should also take time to reflect on themselves and their greater devotion, or on the path of the future that lays ahead of them.
I and other imams will be conducting Friday mosque services throughout the month of fasting, in addition to opportunities of charity and goodwill, so that we may revere the fast with one another and keep to the foundations of the Ibadet faith.
Insharadan,
Ibrahim Batunoglu
Grand Imam of Regalia
Man-at-Arms of the Bloodcast Order