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5 Interesting Facts About Eid Mubarak by HappyNigerian: 6:33pm On Jun 25, 2017 |
![]() The Arabic name Eid al-Fitr translates to ‘festival of the breaking of the fast’ in English. It is celebrated at the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and the beginning of the Islamic month of Shawwal, the 10th month of the lunar Islamic calendar. The festival of Eid is a reward for the Muslims around the world after observing the holy month of Ramadan by fasting from dawn to dusk.The celebration of Eid also marks the anniversary of the Quran being revealed. Here are 5 interesting facts about the ‘festival of the breaking of the fast’. 1. Breakfast before the special prayer It is customary to eat breakfast before the special prayer of Eid, as Prophet Muhammad used to eat something sweet before offering his prayers. 2. Public Holiday In Muslim countries Eid is an official public holiday that lasts for three days. 3. Crescent moon above Mecca As the crescent moon of Eid appears on different dates in different countries, many Muslim communities celebrate Eid on the day it appears over the sky above Mecca. 4. The Eid prayer The Eid prayer is different from the regular prayer known as Adhaan. The special prayer can be done anytime between the Ishraq (dawn) and Zawal (midday) prayers. 5. Zakat-ul-Fitr Muslims usually give a special gift of money to charity also known as Zakat-ul-Fitr which is collected and given to Muslims who are poor or in need. Happy Eid Mubarak 2017 Culled From Palmchat |
Re: 5 Interesting Facts About Eid Mubarak by Heavance(m): 6:37pm On Jun 25, 2017 |
If number 3 is true, then why do they keep looking for moon in Nigeria every year? |
Re: 5 Interesting Facts About Eid Mubarak by HappyNigerian: 6:44pm On Jun 25, 2017 |
Heavance:Did your moon lost? |
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