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Muslims flock to the Golden Mosque in Manila to celebrate Eid-ul Fitr on April 10, 2024. Eid-ul Fitr or the feast of breaking the fast, marks the end of the month-long Ramadan. Mark Demayo, ABS-CBN News

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Eid-ul Fitr in Quiapo, Manila

Rowegie Abanto

Vivienne Gulla

ABS-CBN News

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:532px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/171272085208920240410-eid-ul-fitr-quiapo-MD-6-s.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:532px"/><span class="fr-inner">Muslims flock to the Golden Mosque in Manila to celebrate Eid-al Fitr on April 10, 2024.  Mark Demayo, ABS-CBN News</span></span></span>MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told the Muslim community on Wednesday to &quot;forge a harmonious society&quot; filled with love and compassion as he greeted them on the celebration of <span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none">Eid&#x27;l Fitr or </span>the Festival of Breaking the Fast.</div><p>Eid&#x27;l Fitr is a major Islamic festivity that marks the end of Ramadan or a month-long fasting, which began on March 12. Malacañang declared Wednesday, April 10, as a holiday for the observance of Eid&#x27;l Fitr.</p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/9/filipino-muslims-to-mark-2024-eid-l-fitr-on-april-10-2017" id="isPasted">Filipino Muslims to mark 2024 Eid&#x27;l Fitr on April 10</a></div><p>&quot;As you take to heart the insights from your devotion, may you become shining examples of humility, peace, and strength among our people as they overcome challenges and nurture their trust in the Almighty,&quot; Marcos said in his Eid&#x27;l Fitr message released by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO).</p><p>Marcos said that despite the diversity in beliefs, he hoped that Filipinos would &quot;remain united by our shared aspiration for a more progressive nation.&quot;</p><p>&quot;Let us strive to forge a society where love prevails over indifference, where faith outshines doubt and fear, and where oneness conquers division and discord. May the deepest desires of our hearts be granted,&quot; he said.</p><p>Vice President Sara Duterte meanwhile said the Muslim community&#x27;s dedication to their faith was an &quot;inspiration.&quot; </p><p>&quot;Ang pagtatapos ng Ramadan ay paalala sa atin na maging mapagpakumbaba, mapagpatawad, at palalimin pa ang ating pananampalataya,&quot; she said in a statement.</p><p>&quot;Nawa&#x27;y patuloy nating isabuhay ang mga aral ng Qur&#x27;an at ng Propetang Muhammad, at itaguyod ang kabutihan sa ating kapwa. Sa kabila ng ating pagkakaiba, ang pagkakaisa, paggalang, at pagmamahal sa ating bansa ay napakahalaga,&quot; Duterte added. </p><p>(May we continue to live by the lessons of the Qur&#x27;an and the Prophet Muhammad, and push for the welfare of our fellow men. Despite our differences, unity, respect, and love for our country are important.)</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YneSK_Xb67Y?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>Meanwhile, House Speaker Martin Romualdez called for inclusivity and urged the public to respect all faiths and beliefs, as Muslims celebrate Eid’l Fitr. He also recognized the contributions of Filipino Muslims to society.</p><p>&quot;As we join in the celebrations of Eid&#x27;l Fitr, let us also recognize the diversity that enriches our nation. The Philippines is home to a vibrant Muslim community whose contributions have greatly enriched our great nation. Let us embrace the spirit of inclusivity and understanding, fostering unity and respect for all faiths and beliefs,&quot; Romualdez said.</p><p>&quot;May this Eid bring not only joy but also renewed hope and optimism for our shared future. Let us carry forward the values of compassion, generosity and unity that define this occasion, extending kindness and goodwill to all,&quot; he added.</p>

<p>President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told the Muslim community on Wednesday to "forge a harmonious society" filled with love and compassion as he greeted them on the celebration of Eid'l Fitr or the Festival of Breaking the Fast.</p>

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told the Muslim community on Wednesday to "forge a harmonious society" filled with love and compassion as he greeted them on the celebration of Eid'l Fitr or the Festival of Breaking the Fast.

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Marcos tells Muslims on Eid'l Fitr: Forge a harmonious society

Rowegie Abanto,

Vivienne Gulla,

ABS-CBN News

Published April 10, 2024 09:24 AM PHT

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Updated April 10, 2024 11:49 AM PHT

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