Ключевые слова: african american, anticipation, arab, blessed, breaking fast, celebration, communal, community, contemplation, cultural, cultural diversity, cultural identity, devotion, diversity, enjoying, familial, family, gathering, happiness, harmony, hijab, holy month, iftar, joy, joyous, lifestyle, meal, muslim, muslim family, prayer, prayer preparation, preparation, preparing, ramadan, ramadan rituals, ramadan traditions, religious, religious practice, ritual, sharing, spiritual, spiritual connection, spirituality, sstkeidmubarak, table, togetherness, top view, tradition, unity, waiting,