Eid al-Fitr is an important Islamic holiday for Muslim communities across the world. This event involves many Muslims waking up early and praying either at an outdoor prayer ground or a mosque. Muslim communities in the world also organize their own festivities. By the medium of this site of ours, we are here wishing every one a very Happy and Mubarak.
For the end of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate Ed al-Fitr, which translated from Arabic into “breaking the fast.”
The purpose of Ramadan is to focus on spirituality, praying more often and withholding any acts of violence during the fast. Many Muslims around the world are expected to participate by wishing each other “Ramadan Kareem” or “Ramadan Mubarak.”
How is Eid al-Fitr Celebrated?
During the month of Ramadan, Muslims observe a strict fast and participate in pious activities such as charitable giving and peace-making. It is a time of intense spiritual renewal for those who observe it. At the end of Ramadan, Muslims throughout the world observe a joyous celebration called Eid al-Fitr (the Festival of Fast-Breaking).
Eid al-Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month which follows Ramadan in the Islamic calendar.
It is a time to give in charity to those in need, and celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy.
Before the day of Eid, during the last few days of Ramadan, each Muslim family gives a determined amount as a donation to the poor. This donation is of actual food - rice, barley, dates, rice, etc. -to ensure that the needy can have a holiday meal and participate in the celebration. This donation is known as sadaqah al-fitr (charity of fast-breaking).
On the day of Eid, Muslims gather early in the morning in outdoor locations or mosques to perform the Eid prayer. This consists of a sermon followed by a short congregational prayer.
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