I can answer some questions. >is there some sort of Ramadan exception for those involved in physically intensive work? In the Muslim world government jobs wor

I can answer some questions. >is there some sort of Ramadan exception for those involved in physically intensive work? In the Muslim world government jobs working hours is usually adjusted from 8 hours to 5. Although I'm not aware of any laws that makes the private sector adjust it's hours, they usually do. I'm not aware of any special treatment for physically intensive work but there is a general sense of compassion in the month so I wouldn't be surprised if they were cut a lot of slack. >What about for diabetics? If your sick you're not expected to fast. >Do people struggling through Ramadan experience some sort of closeness with God or spiritual feelings of joy? Yes but this is not specific to Muslims. Many faiths has some sort of fasting practice. I'm not very religious but I do feel a heightened sense of spirituality and mindfulness while fasting.