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Eid-Ul-Fitr
Eid Ul Fitr or most commonly known as Eid is an Arabic term which means “Festival of Breaking of
the Fast”. It is the first important religious festival in islamic calender and takes place in the month of
Shawwal. After fasting for a whole month known as Ramadan, the day when this stringent fasting
ritual is broken is known as Eid. The date for the start of any lunar Hijri Month varies based on the
observation of new moon by local religious authorities, so the exact day of celebration varies by
locality.
Why do we Celebrate Eid?

The three basic reasons for celebrating Eid are narrated below:
1. Showing gratitude towards Allah for being a constant guide in the fasting month of
Ramadan.
2. Going to the mosque and praying atleast five times a day and asking Allah for forgiveness.
3. To carry out the act of charity towards the poor and needy and its called “Zakat-Al-Fitr”
4. Its celebrated to pay tribute to Allah for bestowing with the strength to fast and courage
during the month of Ramadan.
Eid Ul Fitr Has a particular Salat (Islamic Prayers) that consists of two rakats, generally performed in
an open field or a large hall. It may only be performed in congregation (Jama’at) and features six
additional Takbirs. After the salat, Muslims celebrate the Eid-Ul-Fitr in various ways with food (Eid
Cuisine) being a central theme, which also gives it a name of “Sweet Eid’ or “Sugar Feast”
Practices & Cultures of Eid by Different Countries:
INDIA: Eid is a public holiday in India. The holiday begins after the sighting the moon on Chaand
Raat. On that evening, people head to markets to finish their Eid shopping and buy new clothes &
gifts for family & friends. Traditional Eid food contains Biryani, Sheer Khurma and Sivayyan, among
other regionally specific dishes. Women & girls also apply henna on each other’s hand and men after
praying at Eidgah’s give zakat before coming home. Afterwards, children are given Eidi (Cash Gifts)
and friends and relatives visit each other to celebrate Eid. The eid is observed same in other muslim
countries like Pakistan (& is reffered to as Choti Eid, Srilanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Maldives,
Afghanistan etc)
Middle East: Arab states of Persian Gulf: In UAE & Other Arabian Gulf Countries like Qatar,
Men would typically buy new Kandaro (traditional white dress) or dye their existing Kandora’s with
walnut oil. Women would wear special clothes for the occasion along with special clothes for the
occasion along with special perfume & braids. Most majlises would offer fruits, dates, tea or coffee
to visitors. Buildings and houses are also decorated with colourful lighting’s.
In Baharian, families often celebrate the festival with an Eid dinner consisting of Quzi or Machhoor
rice dishes, while popular sweets include Halwa or Khanfroosh. Saudis decorate their houses &
prepare sumptuous meals for families & friends. Eid celebration in Saudi varies from locality to
locality but the common thread in all celebrations is hospitality & generosity.
While Iran, Turkey, Egypt have a similar way of celebrating Eid followed by Syria, Palestine, Jordan
etc.
Russia: In Russia, where 10 Million muslims reside, Eid is also known as Uraza Bayram and is a
public holiday. In the morning muslims go to attend prayers and then visit the relatives as assign of
respect and honour. The same is followed throughout the American nations as well. The Eid is widely
celebrated in different ways throughout the whole world. Being the festival of joy and celebration,
Eid brings about a lot of happiness in everyone’s lives. It serves as a reward to people who fast the
whole month and enjoy on Eid like it’s their feast. In other words, it’s a reward for all the good deeds
people have done during Ramadhan. Thus, it spreads joy and Brotherhood.
Greetings On Eid: May this Eid bring peace, happiness and prosperity to everyone. May
Allah flood our lives with happiness on this occasion, our hearts with love & our minds with wisdom.
Wishing everyone a happy and a beautiful Eid.

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