Eid-ul-Fitr

In Islam, Eid is a time of joy, unity, and thankfulness to Allah. There are two main Eid festivals celebrated by Muslims worldwide:

🌙 Eid-ul-Fitr – The Festival of Breaking the Fast

When? On the 1st of Shawwal, after the month of Ramzan (Ramadan).
Why? It marks the end of fasting and is a day of gratitude and joy.

How Eid-ul-Fitr is Celebrated?

✅ Special Eid Salah – Performed in congregation at mosques or open grounds.
✅ Giving Zakat-ul-Fitr (Charity) – Helping the needy before Eid prayer.
✅ Family & Community Gatherings – Sharing meals and sweets like Sheer Khurma.
✅ Wearing New Clothes – A Sunnah to dress in the best attire.
✅ Saying ‘Eid Mubarak’ – Greeting family, friends, and neighbors with love.

🐑 Eid-ul-Adha – The Festival of Sacrifice

When? On the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, during Hajj (pilgrimage) season.
Why? It honors Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah.

How Eid-ul-Adha is Celebrated?

✅ Eid Salah (Prayer) – A special prayer offered in congregation.
✅ Qurbani (Sacrifice of an Animal) – A Sunnah to sacrifice a goat, sheep, cow, or camel in the name of Allah.
✅ Distributing Meat – The meat is divided into three parts:

• 1/3 for family
• 1/3 for relatives & friends
• 1/3 for the poor & needy
  ✅ Duas & Gratitude – Thanking Allah for His blessings and mercy.

Eid Greetings & Sunnah Practices

• Say “Taqabbalallahu minna wa minkum” (May Allah accept from us and you).
• Visit relatives, neighbors, and the poor to share happiness.
• Enjoy festive meals and express gratitude to Allah.

May Allah bless us all with joy and accept our prayers! Eid Mubarak! 🤲🎉