As Ramadan draws to an end, millions of Muslims around the world are preparing for the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.
It begins following the sighting of the new moon, which is predicted to occur on Wednesday, April 10 this year.
Eid al-Fitr: What is it?
The “festival of breaking the fast” is known as Eid al-Fitr.
It begins the month of Shawwal, the tenth month in the Islamic calendar, the day after the new moon is seen. It is one of the two major celebrations of the religion, the other being Eid al-Adha.
What takes place during Eid al-Fitr?
By now, they should have completed their Zakat-ul-Fitr, or Fitrana, end-of-Ramadan charitable donation to support the hungry.
During Eid al-Fitr, families and friends join together to celebrate by cooking big dinners together. It’s also typical for elders to give small gifts or cash to their kids.
At Eid, what words do you use?
“Eid Mubarak” means “Blessed Eid” and can be used to wish someone a happy Eid.
“Eid Saeed” (literally, “Happy Eid”) is another phrase you could encounter in the Middle East.
What does the month of Ramadan mean?
In the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is the ninth month. In Islam, it has a particular meaning.
Muslims believe that the Prophet Muhammad received revelations containing the initial verses of the Quran, which is considered the sacred book of Islam, during this month.
Muslims have an obligation to fast, donate to charities, practise patience and kindness, and deepen their spiritual connection with God at this time.
Reciting the Quran is given special attention.
What is the purpose of fasting for Muslims?
One of the Five Pillars of Islam, which provide the guidelines for how Muslims must conduct their lives, is fasting throughout the month of Ramadan.
The other pillars are a declaration of faith, five daily prayers, zakat, or charitable giving, and a trip to the holy city of Mecca at least once in one’s lifetime.
It is intended that fasting promotes introspection.
Muslims eat suhoor, also known as sehri, an early breakfast before the sun rises.
They are not allowed to eat or drink anything throughout the day, not even water, until after sunset, when they break their fast with an evening meal known as fitoor or iftar.
Until after sunset, when they break their fast with an evening meal known as fitoor or iftar, they are not permitted to eat or drink anything during the day, not even water.
When Ramadan first begins, what do you say?
It is common to wish someone a blessed Ramadan, or “Ramadan Mubarak,” if you want to wish them a happy start to the month of Ramadan.
“Ramadan Kareem,” which means “Generous Ramadan,” is another way to say it.
How long is the month of Ramadan?
Islam has a lunar-based calendar.
The new crescent moon is visible at the beginning of the month, and it lasts for either 29 or 30 days.
Ramadan is anticipated to span thirty days in 2024. The fast is anticipated to begin on Monday, March 11 and end on Wednesday, April 10.
