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In its ongoing commitment to fostering cultural and religious awareness among its students and promoting ethical and spiritual values, the Faculty of Business at Ain Shams University hosted Sheikh Ramadan Abdel-Moaz, a prominent Islamic preacher and scholar from Al-Azhar, for a high-level religious and cultural seminar entitled "Ramadan: Building Humanity."

The event was held under the auspices of Prof. Mohamed Diaa Zain El-Abedeen, President of the University; Prof. Ghada Farouk, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; and Prof. Farid Moharram El-Garhy, Dean of the Faculty of Business, to enhance direct communication between students and influential figures in society.

The seminar addressed the pivotal role of the holy month in refining character and building a balanced student personality. Sheikh Ramadan Abdel-Moaz emphasized that Ramadan is a genuine opportunity for personal growth through "abstinence," not only from food and drink, but also from drugs, backbiting, gossip, and laziness.

He urged the students to utilize this month to develop themselves and leave a positive mark on their community, citing stories from the Prophet's biography and the example of Prophet Moses (peace be upon him) in terms of chivalry and responsibility.

In a related context, the Sheikh offered practical guidance for the students to achieve balance in their lives, stressing the importance of fulfilling all obligations: God's right to worship, the individual's right to study, read, and develop skills, and the rights of family and society.

He warned against the "thieves of Ramadan," referring to those who are morally corrupt and the time-wasting television series, emphasizing that Ramadan nights are more dangerous than its days and should be used for worship and drawing closer to God. He advised against extravagance in food and unnecessary family gatherings.

The event concluded with an open dialogue in which the sheikh answered attendees' questions about devotion in prayer, the concept of fasting Ramadan "with faith and seeking reward," and the dangers of cheating in school.

In a gesture of appreciation, Prof. Farid Muharram Al-Jarhi, Dean of the Faculty of Business, honored Sheikh Ramadan Abdel-Moaz, expressing the faculty's pride in having such a prominent figure in Islamic outreach, one who combines profound Azharite scholarship with a contemporary and engaging approach to Islamic discourse that resonates with young people.

The seminar was attended by a number of faculty staff, employees, and a large number of students. The event, which was well-organized and praised by all, was coordinated by Prof. Gihan Ragab and Prof. Mohamed Morsi, with the participation of Prof. Mohamed Shaheen, amidst an inspiring atmosphere of faith and culture.