Eid ul -Fitr is a unique festival. It has no connection with any historical event nor is it related to the changes of seasons or cycles of agriculture. It is not a festival related in any way to worldly affairs. Its significance is purely spiritual. It is the day when the Muslims thank Allah for having given them the will, the strength and the endurance to observe fast and obey His commandment during the holy month of Ramadan.
This day, in Muslim world, brings rejoicing and happiness. The rejoicing is not, however, at the departure of the month of Ramadan, it is the happiness which man feels after successfully completing an important task. So far as the passing away of the month of Ramadan is concerned, Muslim religious leaders of the early days of Islam always felt profound sorrow when it came to an end, as they felt that they were being deprived of the spiritual blessings which were associated with the month of fasting.
True celebration is not merely about adorning one self with bright apparels and gathering with near and dear ones, but it also about devoting oneself truly and sincerely to the almighty. And this is Eid-ul-Fitr significance. The festivity is all about devotion, glory and greetings. Muslims all round the globe join in the spiritual celebration.
On this day, special prayers are held the world over, between sunrise and noon, when the Muslims assemble, in large congregations, wearing their best dresses standing shoulder to shoulder, demonstrating for everyone the universal brotherhood which is another distinguishing feature of Islam — the religion of God.
The significance of Eid-ul-Fitr lies in rejoicing and feasting in the commemoration of Allah. After the holy month of Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr is the perfect occasion to thank the great Allah for helping the devotees in culminating the scared month of fasting with utmost sincerity and integrity. Devotees who fast during Ramadan are blessed by Allah the Great, and Allah washes off their past sins. The essence of Eid-ul-Fitr lies in a number of facets. Herein are a few of them.
Eid – A day of Devotion
Eid which means celebration- in the name of Allah and devoting oneself completely to the Almighty. On Eid, Muslims after taking a shower early morning pray to the Lord for his kindness and grace.
Eid – A day of Charity
Eid doesn’t just stand for an extravaganza it also involves charity and kindness for the poor and the needy. It is believed that Eid is the best occasion to give charity and Muslims are recommended to assist the poor in bettering his life by whatever means possible. Muslims perform charity before going to the mosque in the morning.
Eid – A Thanksgiving Day:
Of course Eid is the best moment for the Muslims to thank Allah and offer gratitude for showering his blessings and helping them to fulfill their spiritual obligations during the month of Ramadan.
Eid : A day of Remembrance
Eid definitely is the day to commemorate the magnificence Allah and his kind favors.
Eid – A day of Victory
Eid is the celebration of the success in ending the Ramadan with truthfulness and genuineness. The follower who victoriously attains his holy rights receives the Eid with a triumphant spirit.
Eid – A day to celebrate Harvest
Allah rewards abundance to those who follow Allah’s path of sincerity, truthfulness, justice, equality, love, worship, peace and harmony.
Eid – A day to Forgive
Eid is the best opportunity to show ones resilience and firmness against the evils. On Eid the worshippers whole-heartedly pray for forgiveness for their past sins and strength in faith. And Allah surely rewards those who pray with earnestness and honesty.
Eid – A day of Peace
Eid spreads the message of peace in the world and more importantly within ones one self. With the establishment of peace within ones heart, following Allah’s law and leading a disciplinary life the true followers is graced by the Allah.
Thus, Eid-ul-Fitr holds immense importance in the life of the Muslims. It’s the way to reach the Great Allah and seek his divine blessings and rewards. And also it strengthens the highest qualities of the human character; materialism strives to make him the slave of the lowest animal instincts degrading him to the level of the beasts.
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