In Turkmenistan, Islam is not only religion, but also quite specific, transmitted from generation to generation worldview that defines mental identity. The historian with the world name, specializing on archeology of Central Asia, Vadim Mikhailovich Massons gave definition that "folk Islam of Turkmens" is largely due to the peculiarities of national mentality-tolerance, peace and good-neighborliness.
By following the basic pillars of Islam, including Oraza which is an annual thirty day fasting month of Ramadan, the Turkmen people demonstrate the commitment to physical and spiritual perfection, the pre-eminence of good being and bring-up will. During the whole month of strict fasting it is being performed good deeds, given Sadaqah "end of fasting".
On the 27th day of the month of Oraza comes the Night of Omnipotence (Gadyr Gijesi ) is the most honoring which possesses the miraculous powers. On this night, Almighty Allah revealed the first surah of the sacred Qur'an, and we keep the best thoughts and wishes. In accordance with custom, this night people do not sleep with the hope to see the Prophet Hydyr, which, in accordance with legend, appears to the true believers who keep honest thoughts. This night every family prays for brighter future with regard to good life, happiness and strong health. Traditionally, on occasion of the Night of Omnipotence, which embodies humanism, mercy and justice, President of Turkmenistan signed a decree on pardoning convicted persons, giving them a chance to start a new, decent life.
Oraza Bayramy marks the end of the month of Ramadan. During the holiday, Turkmen people set the table with abundant food, open the doors for visitors and go to visit, share treats with neighbors, present gifts. People celebrate gatherings symbolizing the highest spirituality, joy, unity and prosperity. Throughout the cities and towns it is held solemn celebrations. "The celebration of Oraza Bayramy is the evidence that at governmental level, we pay close attention to the improvement of Turkmen society based on high humanistic principles," - emphasizes President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.
The tradition of widespread celebration of Oraza Bayramy does not contradict the secular character of the state system of Turkmenistan, enshrined in the Constitution. After gaining independence, religious is considered an integral part of spiritual culture of the people. It was cleared all prohibitions and restrictions on religious observance. It has been built mosques throughout the country, for the first time in decades, the Turkmen pilgrims began to visit the shrine of Islam - Mecca and Medina yearly, and the government of Turkmenistan covers all costs including the allocation of a special aircraft of the national airline.
Respect for spiritual and historical experience of the nation is an important part of religious beliefs and traditions, which are organically woven into the fabric of ideological identity, evidenced the priority of the moral component of a new era aspirations.
By following the basic pillars of Islam, including Oraza which is an annual thirty day fasting month of Ramadan, the Turkmen people demonstrate the commitment to physical and spiritual perfection, the pre-eminence of good being and bring-up will. During the whole month of strict fasting it is being performed good deeds, given Sadaqah "end of fasting".
On the 27th day of the month of Oraza comes the Night of Omnipotence (Gadyr Gijesi ) is the most honoring which possesses the miraculous powers. On this night, Almighty Allah revealed the first surah of the sacred Qur'an, and we keep the best thoughts and wishes. In accordance with custom, this night people do not sleep with the hope to see the Prophet Hydyr, which, in accordance with legend, appears to the true believers who keep honest thoughts. This night every family prays for brighter future with regard to good life, happiness and strong health. Traditionally, on occasion of the Night of Omnipotence, which embodies humanism, mercy and justice, President of Turkmenistan signed a decree on pardoning convicted persons, giving them a chance to start a new, decent life.
Oraza Bayramy marks the end of the month of Ramadan. During the holiday, Turkmen people set the table with abundant food, open the doors for visitors and go to visit, share treats with neighbors, present gifts. People celebrate gatherings symbolizing the highest spirituality, joy, unity and prosperity. Throughout the cities and towns it is held solemn celebrations. "The celebration of Oraza Bayramy is the evidence that at governmental level, we pay close attention to the improvement of Turkmen society based on high humanistic principles," - emphasizes President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.
The tradition of widespread celebration of Oraza Bayramy does not contradict the secular character of the state system of Turkmenistan, enshrined in the Constitution. After gaining independence, religious is considered an integral part of spiritual culture of the people. It was cleared all prohibitions and restrictions on religious observance. It has been built mosques throughout the country, for the first time in decades, the Turkmen pilgrims began to visit the shrine of Islam - Mecca and Medina yearly, and the government of Turkmenistan covers all costs including the allocation of a special aircraft of the national airline.
Respect for spiritual and historical experience of the nation is an important part of religious beliefs and traditions, which are organically woven into the fabric of ideological identity, evidenced the priority of the moral component of a new era aspirations.
