PLANO, Texas — Before sunrise Sunday morning, Oak Point Park was quiet. Dozens of University of Texas at Dallas students gathered in the dark, laying out prayer mats and preparing for what they call a “Barakah Breakfast”, a spiritual gathering held just before the start of Ramadan.
“It’s called Barakah Breakfast, and we timed it right before our holy month of Ramadan,” said Muhammad Hingora, who attended the event.
About 50 students attended the early-morning prayer and reflection for those observing Islam. Barakah means blessing and the purpose was simple: community, faith and preparation for a sacred month…