Eid Fitr and the Celebration of Eid

It was mentioned in the Seerah that once Sayyidna Abu Bakr came to the house of Lady Aisha on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr or Eid-ul-Adha while the Prophet ﷺ was with her. There were two young girls with her, singing songs of the Ansar about the Day of Bu‘ath. Abu Bakr said twice, “Musical instruments of Satan!” But the Prophet ﷺ said, “Leave them, Abu Bakr, for every nation has an Eid (i.e. festival), and this day is our Eid.” Allah has blessed us with this beautiful day and has recommended that we celebrate it and express happiness and joy. The Eid Al-Fitr celebration also signifies the completion of the month of fasting, Ramadan.

Eid Prayer and Takbeer

On the day of Eid, men and women should wear beautiful clothes and get ready to perform the Eid prayer. It takes place in the early morning, after Fajr, on the first day of Eid. The Takbeer (saying “Allah Akbar”) starts from Fajr until the Imam comes out to lead the prayer, and this applies only to Eid Al-Fitr.

After the prayer, Muslims greet one another and exchange good wishes. Smiles, laughter, and sweets should be everywhere. It is also recommended that Muslims visit one another as a manifestation of maintaining kinship ties.

Muslims gather from different communities and backgrounds to show their faith and devotion. Children repeat the Takbeerat happily while waiting for Salat Al-Eid. This day is especially known for its Eid prayer and Takbeerat.

 

Allah is the most Great, Allah is the most Great

لا إلَهَ الا اللّه
There is no God but Allah

اللّهُ أكبر اللّهُ اكبر
Allah is the most Great, Allah is the most Great
ولِلّه الحمدَ
To Him belongs all Praise

اللّهُ أكبرُ كَبيِرَا
Allah is the most Great, Allah is the most Great

وَالحَمدُ لِلّهِ كَثِيرا
And Praise is to Allah, abundantly

وَسُبحَان اللّهِ
And Glory is to Allah

بُكرَةً وَأصْيِلا
At the break of day and at its end

لا إلَهَ الا اللّه
There is no God but Allah

صَدَقَ وَعدَه
He has fulfilled His Promise

وَنَصَر عبده
And made Victorious His servant
وأعزَ جُنَده
And made Mighty His soldiers

وَهزم الأحْزَابَ وحْدَه
And defeated the confederates
لا إلَهَ الا اللّه
There is no God, But Allah
وَلا نَعبُد الا أياه
He alone we worship

مُخلِصِّينَ لَهُ الدّيِنَ
With sincere and exclusive devotion
وَلوْ كَرِهَ الكَافِروُن
Even though the idolaters hate it

اللّهمَ صَلِّ على سيْدنَا مُحَمد
O Allah, have Mercy on our Prophet Muhammad
وَعَلى آلِ سيْدنَا مُحَمد
And on the family of our Prophet Muhammad

وَعَلى اصْحَابِ سيْدنَا مُحَمد
And on the companions of our Prophet Muhammad

وَعَلى أنصَارِ سيْدنَا مُحَمد
And on the helpers of our Prophet Muhammad

وَعَلى أزوَاجِ سيْدنَا مُحَمد
And on the wives of our Prophet Muhammad
وَعَلى ذُرِّيَةِ سيْدنَا مُحَمد
And on the progeny of our Prophet Muhammad
وَ سَلّم تَسْلِيماَ كَثّيرا
And Bestow upon them much peace.

     Finally, may Allah accept the good deeds we performed during the month of Ramadan, forgive our faults, and help us never abandon the good deeds we practised during Ramadan. Ya Allah, this is our Eid; may Your blessings be with us on this Eid. May Allah shower our hearts, minds, and families with blessings, happiness, and joy. May this special day bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to our Muslim Ummah. Ameen.