After the holy month of Ramadan, here comes Eid-ul-Fitr

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Dr. Lalit kishore

09 September, 2010

Eid is a day of remembrance. The day for praying to Allah and glorifying His name in an act of remembrance for favours and kindness. In its true sense, the meaning of remembrance on the Day transcends the mundane to a humanitarian benevolence.

EID IS a public holiday and is celebrated all across India. Various non-muslims too visit their muslim friends on this occasion to convey their good wishes.

Eid is a day of remembrance. The day for praying to Allah and glorifying his name in an act of remembrance for favours and kindness. In its true sense, the meaning of remembrance on the Day transcends the mundane to a humanitarian benevolence.

Eid is also called 'Thanksgiving Day' on which muslims assemble in a brotherly and joyful atmosphere to offer their gratitude to Allah for helping them to fulfill their spiritual obligations.

This form of thanksgiving is not confined to a set of mere verbal expressions, it goes far beyond to manifest itself in the form of a wholesome social and spiritual devotion.

Eid ul-Fitr or Eid marks the end of Ramadan - the holy month of fasting . The Arabic words here mean "festivity after purification". Common greetings during Eid festival are ‘Eid Mubarak ("Blessed Eid") or ‘Eid said ("Happy Eid").

Special dishes on the day include "sivayyan" - a dish of fine, roasted sweet vermicelli noodles with milk and dried fruit.

Although Eid is celebrated all across India, the places which have set themselves apart include Jama Masjid in New Delhi and Red Road in Kolkata.

My good wishes and greetings all on this occasion: "Accept a bouquet of Eid wishes. May jubilations become a part of your Eid and Your Life. Have a Happy Eid - Eid Mubarak!"