By
Neha Choubey
| Updated: Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 22:01 [IST]
Eid ul-Fitr, the joyous festival celebrated by Muslims worldwide, marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting and prayer. It's a time of celebration, reflection, and spreading goodwill among family and friends.
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Eid ul-Fitr holds immense significance in Islam as it symbolizes the completion of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection. The festival begins when the new moon is sighted after the 29 or 30 days of fasting during Ramadan.
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Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of fasting from dawn to sunset throughout the entire month of Ramadan.
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Celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, Eid ul-Fitr falls immediately after Ramadan.
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Ramadan is not only about abstaining from food and drink but also about increased prayer, devotion, and acts of charity.
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While Eid ul-Fitr follows the Islamic lunar calendar, its date varies each year in the Gregorian calendar due to differences in the lunar and solar systems.
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According to Islamic tradition, Prophet Mohammad received divine revelations during Ramadan, making Eid ul-Fitr a time of spiritual significance.
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Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated across the globe, uniting Muslims of diverse cultures and backgrounds in joyous festivities.
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Families and friends come together to exchange greetings, share meals, and engage in acts of charity during Eid ul-Fitr.
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Recognizing its cultural and religious importance, Eid ul-Fitr is observed as a national and gazetted holiday in India, allowing Muslims to celebrate with their communities.