When the 30 or 29 days of fasting over, then Muslims of the world celebrate eid ul Fitr. This Eid starts on the first day of Shawwal month every year. This Eid celebrates for three days in which Muslims are prepared several delicious dishes and give Gifts, and charity.
Eid ul-Fitr is the name of a series of holy festivals celebrated in almost all Muslim countries. The day is celebrated with immense devotion, and devotees make it a special day to remember their faith and devotion to God. Some people prefer to watch their favorite T.V. shows, surf the internet or go to the nearby markets for shopping before Eid ul-Fitr.
When does Eid ul Fitr celebrate?
Every year Eid al-Fitr is celebrated when the first crescent moon is spotted in the sky. This Eid is being memorialized in several ways, and these ways are varying country to country. In 2021, Eid ul Fitr will celebrate on 13 or 14 April, most probably.
Eid ul Fitr hadith:
Hadiths always teach the right path of life. Several Eid UL Fitr hadiths, you may find. A famous hadith on Eid is given below.
“Return home by a different path from which you went the Masjid, so that the two paths will testify in your favour on the day of judgement “
[Bukhari]
Eid ul-Fitr prayer:
On the day of Eid, the Muslims wear neat and beautiful cloth and gathered for eid prayer. The time for eid prayer does not fix, and it varies from area to area within the country. Some Muslims gather in open spaces and some in the mosque.
After offering the Namaz, Muslims eat delicious foods and spend time with family and friends. The method of Eid ul-Fitr prayer is different from other five times prayers.
Delicious dishes:
Eid al-Fitr or Meethi Eid 2021 is here, and it’s time to celebrate. On this Eid, people are prepared different traditional and modern dishes and share with family and friend. The guests are invited to enjoy traditional dishes. Here are some dishes that can make your Eid tasty. It would be best if you prepared these dishes for this Eid.
- Seviyan
- Sheer khurma
- Mutton, beef and kitchen karahi
- Haleem
- Biryani
- Kabab
Dishes on this Eid vary according to the culture of the cities. After eid prayer, women prepare delicious dishes. In addition, some elders give the gift to women on making the dishes.
When it comes to making traditional dishes, there are several regional styles that you can choose. All you have to do is make sure that you give them a try. There are many available varieties today, but you can prepare various regional dishes according to your taste and preferences.
Gifts:
Gifts have particular importance on this Eid. Everyone wants more gifts. Muslims used to give gifts to each other before the few days of Eid and on the day of Eid. Kids especially love this festival because of its elders’ various gifts. It is traditional among Muslims to offer gifts on Eid. Many children receive clothes, cash, toys, Religious Books, gift hamper, electronics, Jewellery DIY Eid Card as a gift on Eid.
Charity or Zakat al-Fitr (Fitrana):
A few days before the start of Eid, every Muslim family makes a gift called sadaqah al-Fitr. The gift is made to less affluent families with food including corn, barley, and dates. And on Eid, they can enjoy and celebrate.
If you have a big family, such visits must be brief enough that everybody will have time to meet them. Give relatives new clothes or sweet delicacies that they have baked themselves when you visit their homes, and they should give them food on the occasion of eid ul Fitr.
Eid ul Fitr 2021 and Covid-19 or coronavirus:
Before the covid pandemic, Eid was celebrated with much joy; people used to go for a visit on eid days. Due to covid-19, people did not shop well. Markets are closed, and the government of various countries imposed a lockdown on Eid ul Fitr 2021. Now Muslims will celebrate Eid in their homes due to coronavirus. On social media platforms, people have several emotions in this pandemic about eid ul Fitr.
Well, for the past few weeks, all I’m hearing is about deaths. That he or she died due to corona. Still, many people in our surroundings are fighting this pandemic. Some have recovered, and some have not. So, yes, the corona has affected this Eid badly. How can we celebrate when nobody is safe around us? But, even if I were to celebrate this Eid, I couldn’t.
I have learned that patience is the reason behind every trial. So, pray for everyone from the depths of your heart. And pray more that Allah forgives us for being impatient for so long. May Allah give peace to the whole of humanity.
How can people celebrate eid ul Fitr in the covid-19 pandemic?
Before this pandemic took over, people use to have plans for all three days of Eid. But now the situation is entirely different. It is unsafe to step out of your home. So, the corona has affected all our occasions.
