Thursday, September 18, 2008

HAPPY RAMADHAN & ADVANCE EID MUBARAK

Assalamu Alaikum wrt.wbt.
I wish "Happy Ramadhan" to all Muslim brothers and sisters and advance "Eid Mubarak", may Allah reawards our good deeds and unites our hearts to fulfil our duty as Khalifah on this earth. We pray together that Allah will forgive our sins and the sins of our parents, teachers and friends, ameen.
May Allah grants for us Al-Rahmah (Mercy), Magfirah (Forgiveness) and 'Itq min al-Nar (Freedom from Hell fire), insha Allah.
*** Eid al-Fitr Celebration***
Eid al-Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month which follows Ramadan in the Islamic calendar. It is a time to give in charity to those in need, and celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy.
Before the day of Eid, during the last few days of Ramadan, each Muslim family gives a determined amount as a donation to the poor. This donation is of actual food -- rice, money, dates, rice, etc. -- to ensure that the needy can have a holiday meal and participate in the celebration. This donation is known as Sadaqah al-Fitr (charity of fast-breaking).

On the day of Eid, Muslims gather early in the morning in outdoor locations or mosques to perform the Eid prayer. This consists of a sermon followed by a short congregational prayer.

After the Eid prayer, Muslims usually scatter to visit various family and friends, give gifts (especially to children), and make phone calls to distant relatives to give well-wishes for the holiday. These activities traditionally continue for three days or even one month as in Malaysia.























































































ISLAMIC REFERENCES (كتب التراث)

  • http://www.islamway.com/index.php?iw_s=library
  • http://www.waqfeya.com
  • http://www.almaknaz.com
  • http://www.shamela.ws