By Quran Schooling | 02 May 2022
All of us celebrate Eid al Fitr in a very enthusiastic way. But unlike Eid Ul Adha, which we celebrate in the honor of Hajj and the sacrifice of Allah’s Apostle Hazrat Ibrahim (AS), many of us do not know why we celebrate Eid al Fitr. Besides, there are those who are unaware of what the Holy Quran has to say about this beautiful and joyful day.
Therefore, as Eid al Fitr gets closer with each passing day, take time to understand why you celebrate this amazing event. Quran Schooling has brought to you a complete guide that will make you understand what the Quran says about Eid al Fitr.
Eid al fitr, which means “farewell to fasting”, marks the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. In the Holy month of Ramadan, Muslims all over the world fast by not drinking or eating anything from dawn till sunset. Instead, their focus is only on prayer and spending time in Allah's worship/Ibadah.
But Eid al Fitr marks the end of this Holy Month, and is celebrated as a success of the 30 days Muslims have worshiped Allah. The day starts with an Eid Namaz early in the morning and then the Muslims celebrate the day with their families and friends.
Besides, Eid al Fitr can be considered a Pillar of Islam. The Quran says:
“The month of Ramadan has come to you and provide its provisions”
Eid al fitr is a reminder for all the Muslims that the month of Ramadan was successful and their worship has been accepted.
Hadees About Eid al Fitr
The Holy Prophet PBUH Says:
“Give gifts to one another, you will love each other” (Hadith, Al Mufrad)
This Hadith of the Holy Prophet encourages all the Muslims to distribute gifts to vulnerable children, innocents, needy, and the poor in the form of Eidy or Eidiya. The Holy Prophet (SAWW) himself carried out this practice and as his Ummah, we should make sure that on the blessed day of eid, we carry out this practice.
The festival of Eid al Fitr holds great importance in the Islamic calendar and was celebrated as well as started by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) himself. Also known as the “feast of breaking the fast”, the day is celebrated by Muslims all over the world to mark the end of the Month of Ramadan.
The festival takes place the day after the end of Ramadan and on the tenth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and for Muslims, it is prohibited to fast on that day.
On this day, Muslims not only celebrate the end of the Ramadan month, but also thank Allah for revealing the Holy Quran, which was revealed towards the end of the month of Ramadan. As well as for strengthening their faith and self-control throughout the Ramadan month.
Eid al Fitr is an important element of the Islamic calendar because it allows Muslims to remain connected to their faith. Furthermore, because it is a day of celebration and prayer, Muslims will want to spend as much time as possible with their families and friends.
It also aids many Muslims in maintaining healthy eating habits, as they are prohibited from eating or drinking anything from sunrise to sunset on Eid al Fitr.
Although Eid al-Fitr is an important element of Islamic tradition, it can be difficult for non-Muslims to comprehend its significance. Here are three things you should know about Eid al Fitr:
The Eid al Fitr holiday is a family affair. Prayer and dining are part of the day, as is spending time with friends and exchanging gifts.
To break the fast and share over lunch or supper, many families cook unique foods. In addition, on Eid al Fitr, gifts are exchanged, therefore families typically buy new clothes, toys, or household things to offer as gifts.
Eid al Fitr celebrations can be as simple or as spectacular as the host desires. If you don't want to spend a lot of money on your celebration, that's fine, but you should do something special for your family members.
What better way to demonstrate your love for your family than by giving them a gift they will never forget if you find the appropriate mix between celebrating the event and keeping it humble?
Eid al Fitr was first celebrated in the year CE 622. It was originated by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in the city of Medina. Although the Holy Prophet (PBUH) spent much of his lifetime preaching in the city of Mecca, the Muslims could not celebrate such festivals due to the rivalry of the Non-Muslims/Quraysh.
Thus, after their Migration to the city of Medina, these festivals were initiated in the city of Medina.
Eid has a lot of spiritual significance. It involves the day when the spiritual values listed below manifest:
The Eid Takbir exalts Allah for His direction. For the guidance message that was provided during the holy month. The instruction on how to get closer to God through fasting and worship. The suggestion that one's misdeeds be forgiven during the month. All of this is due to the Almighty's mercy. The Quran Says:
That you should complete the number and that you should exalt the greatness of Allah for His having guided you (2:185)
It is a day when Muslims thank Allah for all of His favors. Human beings would not be able to gain closeness to Him and happiness in both worlds without it.
The Quran Says:
That you should complete the number and that . . . you may give thanks. (Q 2:185)
Eid is a day when the rewards of the month's worship are given. "O Allah's servants!" declares Imam Ali (a). The minimal recompense for those who fasted during Ramadan is an angel who appears to them on the last day of the month of Ramadan and says.
“O servants of Allah! Rejoice the glad tiding that all your previous sins have been forgiven” (Rawdatul Wā‘zīn, p.564)
A day when Muslims come together and line up to say their Eid salat. They have all worshiped and fasted during the holy month, and they are united in their praise and appreciation of Allah. It's a day for community members to rekindle and enhance their relationships.
Hazrat Ali (AS) talks about the Holy day of eid as a reminder of the day of Judgment, he says:
O people! Verily this day of yours is the day when the righteous are awarded and the wretched are losers. It is a day that is similar to the one on which you shall be standing before your Lord.
Therefore, when you come out of your homes to go to places of your prayer, remind yourselves about the day when your souls shall come out of your bodies to go to your Lord. When you stand in places of your prayer, remind yourselves of your standing in the presence of your Lord (on the Day of Judgment).
And when you return to your homes after prayer, remind yourselves about your returning to your homes in Paradise. (Ibid).
The Prophet Muhammad (SAWW) said:
"The fasting of the month of fasting will be hanging between earth and heavens and it will not be raised up to the Divine Presence without paying the Zakat al-Fitr." To purify those who fast from any indecent act or speech and to help the poor and needy.
Eid means "feast, festival, or holiday" in Arabic. For Muslims, Eid is a worldwide festival and celebration. Muslims commemorate two Eids throughout the calendar year. Eid al Fitr, which literally means "festival of breaking the fast," occurs at the completion of Ramadan, the holy month during which Muslims fast for a month.
The term "Eid" appears only once in the Quran's fifth sura, Al-Ma'ida, with the meaning "solemn festival."
So, which Eid is after Ramadan? Well, Muslims celebrate the Eid al Fitr after the Holy month of Ramadan. Eid al Fitr marks the end of the Holy month of Ramadan and Muslims are now free to eat or drink anything of their own will.
Muslims all over the world celebrate the Holy day of Eid al Fitr as it marks the end of the Holy month of Ramadan. But despite the fact that Muslims celebrate this Holy day with complete enthusiasm, a lot of us are unaware of why we celebrate this day and what our Holy Book Quran says about this day. Thus, Quran Schooling has brought to your attention what the Holy Quran says about Eid al Fitr.