Article DetailsWhat is Eid-ul-Fitr |
| Date Added: September 12, 2009 03:04:40 PM |
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| Category: Mosques: New South Wales Mosque |
There are two special Eid days in the Islamic Calender, Eid-ul-Fitr, after Ramadaan and Eid-ul-Adkha, after Hajj Pilgramage. Eidul Fitr is the first day of Shawwal (tenth month of the Islamic Calendar which follows the month of Ramadaan). The day is dependant on the sighting of the new moon (cresent Eid-ul-Fitr is a day of celebrations, family reunion and thanksgiving to the Almighty Allah (God). Muslim dress in their best attire and may buy a special outfit for the day, along with visiting family and friends. There are large family lunches and sweet dishes prepared for family and friends to join and enjoy the day of celebration.
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