Should Christians attend an Iftar?

Photos of the Archbishop of Canterbury attending an Iftar meal have caused controversy among some Christians. What is the significance of the meal that marks the end of a Muslim’s daily Ramadan fast, and should a Jesus follower ever go to one?

The presence of Ramadan in our everyday lives is seemingly increasing, especially in our big cities – from Islamic messages displayed on boards at train stations, to messages on big red buses, to news of our leaders and authorities attending mosques and other Islamic events.

Many people simply look at these signs and move on, others see it as a sign of growing diversity. But what about for us as Christians?