Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III on Thursday greeted Muslim Filipinos and the global Muslim community at the start of Ramadan, calling the holy month a time for discipline, sacrifice, and solidarity.
“Sa ating mga kapatid na Muslim dito sa Pilipinas at sa buong mundo, isang mapagpalang pagbati sa pagsisimula ng banal na Buwan ng Ramadan,” Dy said.
The Speaker from Isabela described Ramadan as a sacred period of fasting, prayer, and reflection that strengthens faith and deepens compassion for others.
“Ang Ramadan ay panahon ng pag-aayuno, taimtim na pagdarasal, at mas malalim na pagninilay. Ito ay paalala ng kahalagahan ng disiplina, sakripisyo, at malasakit sa kapwa,” he said.
Dy urged Filipinos to use the season to reinforce unity and peace in their communities.
“Sa diwa ng Ramadan, nawa’y lalo nating pagtibayin ang pagkakaisa, kapayapaan, at malasakit sa ating mga komunidad,” he added.
On behalf of the House of Representatives, Dy expressed solidarity with Muslim communities and called on leaders to serve with humility and integrity.
“May this season renew your faith, strengthen your families, and inspire all of us to lead and serve with humility, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the common good. Ramadan Mubarak.”