A local non-Muslim woman has sparked discussion online after sharing that the fasting month is the perfect time for non-Muslims to head out and enjoy food and activities, as daytime environments are much quieter.
Enjoying pizza without the queue
The woman, who goes by @M.iekks on Threads, wrote that Ramadan offers a different experience for non-Muslims, especially when it comes to avoiding crowds.
As a non-Muslim, Ramadan is actually the best time to try activities that are usually crowded. Even parking is much easier,” she shared in her post.
In her post, she also shared a photo of herself dining at a well-known pizza chain, where she was seen enjoying a cheese pizza without having to queue or deal with large crowds.
Her post has since sparked discussion on Threads. While most of the reactions were positive, some pointed out that she shouldn’t be bragging about it publicly.
Wanted to share experience
Speaking to WeirdKaya, the woman clarified that her post was simply based on her personal experience of noticing emptier malls, easier parking, and less crowded eateries during lunch hours and even on weekends throughout Ramadan.
“The caption was because of the way I look. I look Malay, but in reality I’m not. So to save myself from having to explain why I’m eating in broad daylight, I wrote ‘non-Muslim’,” she explained.
Addressing the reaction to her post, she said that the overwhelming response from the Muslim community in Malaysia has been positive.
“Despite 1% of the hate, 99% of the Muslim community in Malaysia has been very supportive. I didn’t even need to reply to the hate comments because they defended me themselves, which I was super touched by.”
She also stressed that her intention was not to provoke anyone, but rather to encourage those who may look like they are expected to fast not to feel afraid.
“I do want to encourage people who might look like they should fast not to be too scared to eat in public, as it is not an obligation for us non-Muslims to do so.
“We also sometimes face slight discrimination from certain restaurants or individuals simply for eating during the fasting season,” she shared.
Netizens’ comments
The post quickly gained traction, with many netizens agreeing with her perspective.
Several commented that aside from dining out, the fasting month is also a good time for non-Muslims to explore various outdoor activities.
‘Okay, enjoy your day sis. Be patient… after Ramadan we’ll be back.’
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