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Friday, 04 November 2005 |
 "Ramadan and charity are like brother and sister," said Naeem Baig, a spokesman for the Islamic Circle of North America, which is providing earthquake aid. "We know from the life of the Prophet ... that during the month of Ramadan his generosity is described as a 'rain that comes with the wind.' "
Many Muslims, especially those of Pakistani descent, said they plan to tone down their Eid festivities this year. Some said they plan to give the money earmarked for feasts and finery to relief efforts in the Pakistan tent cities that are being set up for survivors
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Sunday, 16 October 2005 |
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 "Islamic charities across the country say they are capable of handling contributions appropriately.
"I can confidently say that Almighty God is watching our organization," said Naeem Baig, spokesman for the Islamic Circle of North America. "Our organization is open."
The non-profit organization based in Jamaica, N.Y., wants to raise $10 million and is in touch with relief organizations across Pakistan. Baig said informal networks have contributed to traffic jams and clogged roads, hampering relief efforts in Pakistan."
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Saturday, 15 October 2005 |
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 "The timing of the catastrophic earthquake, during the holy month of Ramadan, has brought special sadness, as well as opportunities, said Azeem Khan, assistant secretary-general of the Queens-based Islamic Circle of North America.
"At every single mosque, the entire community is gathering every night, so this gives us an opportunity to reach out to them," he said.
The fact that most Muslims are fasting from sunrise to sunset every day, including those digging out the dead and wounded, "is giving us added spiritual sustenance," " Khan said.
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