The holy month of Ramadan comes to an end the worldwide Muslims look forward to celebrating Eid Ul Fitr with great enthusiasm and harmony. The Muslims celebrated two events in a year Eid al-Fitar and Eid al-Azha. Eid al-Fitar is a unique event that signifies the completion of the fast and solidarity, thankfulness, and togetherness. This blog article will explore how Eid Ul Fitr is celebrated in different cultures and nations, including the busy streets of Pakistan, the peaceful mosques of the Arab World, and even how Muslims who are living in the non-Muslim world celebrate this event.
Understanding the Eid-Ul-Fitr
Eid Ul Fitr, or the Festival of Breaking the Fast is one of the most significant festivals for Muslims worldwide. Muslims around the world in traditional way to watch the crescent moon to celebrate Eid ul Fitar, which marks the beginning of Shawwal the tenth month in the Islamic calendar. Muslims wait till the evening before Eid to verify the date due to the lunar months run 29-30 days. When the sunset of the 29th Ramadan Muslims look on west to view the crescent moon. Eid is celebrated if the new moon is visible; if not, fast for one day to make the 30th day month total.
How Muslims Celebrate Eid
The Eid ul Fitr traditionally consists of three days also an official holiday in Muslim countries. On the first day of Eid Muslims worldwide form an Eid prayer. On their way to the prayer which is traditionally held in mosques and in open areas Muslims recite takbeerat, thanking God by saying “Allahu Akbar” Meaning “God is great”.
Before going to prayer traditionally Muslims worldwide eat something sweet, wear new clothes, and donate to those less fortunate to add all Muslims in Eid greetings. The prayer is a symbol of unity and gratitude. After the Eid prayer, families exchanged heartfelt greetings of “Eid Mubarak” and embraced each other with smiles and warm hugs.
Celebrating with Food and Festival
Each nation has its own traditional desserts and sweets that are made before Eid or on the first day. Traditional dishes such as biryani kebabs light the meal, and talk about sweet dishes every country has in its customs, like Sheer Khurma in South Asia, Maamoul in the Middle East, and Baklava in Turkey, which are prepared and enjoyed together.
The Muslims spend their day sharing gifts, gathering with family and loved ones for a meal, elders giving children money called “Eidi” and visiting loved ones from house to house. Children wearing new clothes and getting money or gifts.
Girls and women in many nations decorate their hands with henna. Their celebration for Eid began the night before as women gathered in neighborhoods the decorate their hands with beautiful designs. This Eid event is full of joy for Muslims.
Eid Celebration in Non-Muslim States
Eid ul-Fitr celebration in Pakistan and the Arab world is very similar to shopping for new clothes, decorating homes, families gathering for special prayer, and enjoying traditional dishes. Eid al-Fitr in non-Muslim countries celebrates the dynamic variety of Muslim Communities, promoting diversity and cultural pride. Muslims get together to celebrate this event and share their customs and cultures. These celebrations are cross-cultural and religious barriers, reflecting the worldwide message of love and solidarity that Eid al-Fitr represents.
Conclusion
Muslims celebrate Eid Ul Fitr in many significant and varied ways worldwide. It is a time of joy, reflection, and unity. The spirit of Eid brings people together in love and solidarity regardless of where they are—in the peaceful mosques of Arab countries, the busy streets of Pakistan, or even in non-Muslim republics. Let’s celebrate diversity, promote harmony, and share the good news of kindness and peace with everyone on this unique occasion. Eid Mubarak
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