Why is Eid Celebrated?
Many people from across the world want to know - Why is Eid Celebrated? In this article, we will try to explain why the festival holds so much importance for Muslims from around the world.
Why is Eid Celebrated? A view from Jama Masjid, Delhi
Eid al-Fitr is an important holiday for Muslims. On this day, people pray, give gifts to each other, and celebrate. After a month of fasting, Muslims celebrate the accomplishment by breaking the fast at the end of Ramadan with the beginning of the festival of Eid al-Fitr. The festival is celebrated with great zeal and show and is a national holiday in many countries.
Why is Eid Celebrated?
To understand why is Eid celebrated we need to know a bit of history. According to Islam, the Holy Quran, which contains the sacred text of Islam, was ...