Ramadan is now underway, and Muslims around the world are observing the fast that defines the holy month.
When it comes to an end, the end of the fast is celebrated with one of the two Eid ul-Fitr holidays in the Islamic calendar: Eid al-Fitr.
No food or drink, including water, can be consumed during the day during Ramadan, which makes it a real challenge, so it’s only fitting that the holy month ends with a celebration.
When is Eid 2023?
Ramadan 2023 began on Wednesday evening, March 22, in the UK, in accordance with the tradition of observing the moon, which determines the start date.
This means that Eid al-Fitr is expected to be celebrated on Friday, April 21, according to Islamic Relief charity.
The holy month can last 29 or 30 days depending on the appearance of the new crescent, which marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of the month of Shawwal, the tenth of the Islamic Hijri calendar.
There is debate as to whether the idea of observing the moon should refer to physically observing the moon in your area, which may be hindered by factors such as weather conditions, or whether you should refrain from observing in Saudi Arabia or other regions. .
What does Eid al Fitr mean?
The name Eid al-Fitr comes from an Arabic term that translates as “the feast of breaking the fast”, and although it is not usually a public holiday in the UK (unless it falls on a public holiday, as this year), it is for many Muslim countries. .
The celebrations begin with the morning prayer, usually held in the mosque. The Eid has its own special prayer to be performed in the congregation.
Traditionally, Muslims gather in the park to celebrate breaking the fast with large-scale events and festive food (especially sweet treats), prayers and stalls.
After Eid al-Adha, some Muslims choose to fast for the next six days. This stems from the Islamic belief that in Islam a good deed is rewarded ten times over, so fasting for 30 days during Ramadan and six days during Shawwal provides a year of goodwill.
The second holiday of Eid al-Adha in the Islamic calendar, Eid al-Adha, falls at the end of the year. The name literally means “Feast of the Sacrifice” and is considered the holiest of the two holidays.
This honors the story of the willingness of the prophet Ibrahim, known as Abraham in the Christian Old Testament, to sacrifice his son in obedience to God’s command.
How to wish someone a happy Eid in Arabic?
“Eid Mubarak” is a traditional expression that Muslims use to greet each other during the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Fitr celebrations at the end of the year.
The Arabic word ‘Mubarak’ translates as ‘blessed’ while ‘Eid’ means a festival, festival or celebration, so ‘Eid Mubarak’ can literally mean ‘blessed holiday’ or ‘blessed holiday’, although this is usually interpreted as just a wish . “happy vow”
Although you can specify “Eid al-Fitr Mubarak” or “Eid al-Adha Mubarak” between two holidays, one “Eid Mubarak” will be enough.
Similarly, at the beginning of the holy month and during Lent, Muslims often wish their fellow observers “Ramadan Mubarak”.
“Ramadan Kareem” is used less often, but is translated as “generous Ramadan” – although this phrase can be used as a greeting, like “Ramadan Mubarak”, it can also describe Ramadan in a broader context.
Source: I News
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