Eid-ul-Fitr, is the festival that marks the end of Ramadan (holy month of fasting) for Muslims worldwide.

The festivities actually begin the night before Eid, after the new moon of shawaal is sighted, indicating the end of month of ramadan. This night is also often called the “chaand raat” or the moon night and is filled with activities of cooking special Eid dishes, preparing clothing for the next mornings Eid prayers and for most women includes late night application of mehndi/henna to hands and selection of bangles to match their eid outfits.

The Eid day begins with an early rising and dressing up in new clothes, followed by a small (usually sweet) breakfast and offering a special Eid prayer performed in large congregation at mosques or open areas. Remainder of the Eid day is filled with visting families, special lunches/dinners, music and Eid parties.

Muslims are instructed to remember the poor through out the season of ramadan and offer zakat/fitrana, to help them  celebrate this season of holiness.

Eid-ul-Fitr 2009, has finally arrived and I want to wish all muslims around the world a a heartfelt EID MUBARAK!!!

Eid in Pictures

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