Eid Ul Fitr - 2023

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Ramzan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and the

holiest month in Islam. Ramzan begins when you see the


new moon. During the month of Ramzan Muslims fast for
the entire month from dawn to dusk. This means that
healthy grown ups, who are Muslims do not eat or drink
anything, including water, during the day while the sun
shines.
Id-ul-Fitr or Eid is one of the greatest festivals of Muslims. ‘Eid’ is an
Arabic word meaning ‘festivity’ while ‘Fitr’ means ‘breaking of fast’. It
was during of Ramzan that Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet
Mohammed. It is celebrated all over the world by all Muslims.
The Muslims fast during
Ramzan. At the end of the
month ,Eid is celebrated with
feats. For Muslims Id ul fitr is
the occasion to show
gratitude to God and
remember him.
For Muslims fasting is one of the five pillars
(essential religious duties) of their faith. Fasting
teaches self-control, encourages a focus on
prayer and allows them to devote their attention
to worship, and get closer to Allah.
Muslims all over the world make
great preparations for the
festival of Id ul Fitr. All Muslims
buy new clothes. When the new
moon is seen just after the fast
of thirty days , the next day is
declared Eid.

Eid id performed in an open areas


like fields ,community centres ,etc.
on Eid gifts are given to children and
immediate relatives.
During Ramzan Muslims try to say more
prayers and try to read the Holy Quran
more, so they can gain Allah’s favour and
get closer to Allah. Muslims believe that
Ramzan is a month of great blessings and
mercy from Allah. It is the month of
forgiveness.
Muslims practice salah on Eid. When
Muslims pray they cover their hair to
show their respect for Allah
(God).Boys wear hats. Girls wear
scarves

Another practice Muslims on Eid is


charity also known as Zakat.
Thinking of the less fortunate and
the needy people donate food,
clothes , money,etc.

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