Ramadan Mubarak and Shana Tova

Once in thirty years the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanna) falls on the same day as Ramadan. It occurs then for three consecutive years. Last year, this year and next year. And then it won't happen again for another 30 years.

I wish the great religious leaders of Judaism and Islam would have grabbed the opportunity to find what we have in common. Because only when we find what's in common between us, can we truly reach a good friendship and understanding. But as long as we try to find our differences - there's no hope in ever reaching a common ground and the ever-elusive peace.

So here's to a lunar calendar and to a new beginning!

Shana Tova to all Jews and Ramadan Mubarak to all Muslims.