The Muslims in the country are set to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on May 2 or 3 subject to the sighting of Shawal moon on the previous evening. Eid al-Fitr is celebrated on the first day of the Shawwal month and Muslims across the globe pay their respect to their creator for bestowing them with strength and endurance during the month-long fasting period called Ramadan.
As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, we must remember the lessons we have learned. During this month, we tried to control our hunger and thirst, our anger and our greed. This month teaches us the joy of giving and sharing our blessings with others.
The end of the month of abstinence is a time for us to reflect on
the moral perspectives that we can bring into our collective
national life
Eid-ul-Fitr is a festival of togetherness and love. Muslims across the globe celebrate Eid al-Fitr by taking part in prayers that are followed by a sermon soon after dawn. The day continues with devotees wearing new clothes, exchanging greetings by saying “Eid Mubarak”, which means “have a blessed Eid”, and also distributing sweets.
Though the religious festival marking the end of Ramadan usually brings families and friends together for communal prayers, food and to exchange gift this year we must adhere to physical distancing measures to contain the spread of Covid-19. With the Eid celebrations coming up around the corner, we should not be reckless and must follow the government guidelines to quell the spread of Covid-19.
Eid al-Fitr is also celebrated to pay respect to Allah for providing strength and endurance during the month-long fasting rituals. The end of the month of abstinence and approach of Eid-ul-Fitr is a time for us to reflect on the moral perspectives that we can bring into our collective national life. We wish our readers, advertisers, patrons and well wishers a very happy and prosperous Eid Mubarak. May your days be filled with peace, happiness and prosperity. Celebrate Eid with your loved ones and help spread joy with those around you.
