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Overview: Eid ul Fitr, also known as the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is a significant religious holiday celebrated by Muslims around the world, marking the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Lebanon, with its diverse religious landscape, observes this holiday with a blend of traditions reflecting its multicultural heritage.
History: Eid ul Fitr has its roots in Islamic tradition, instituted by the Prophet Muhammad after his migration (Hijra) to Medina. It falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month following Ramadan. The holiday has been celebrated for over 14 centuries and is one of two major Islamic festivals—the other being Eid al-Adha.
Traditions: In Lebanon, Eid ul Fitr starts with a special prayer called Salat al-Eid performed in large congregations. The prayer is usually held in mosques or large open areas to accommodate the faithful.
Charitable Giving: It's customary for Lebanese Muslims to practice "Zakat al-Fitr," an act of charity given to the poor before the Eid prayers to ensure everyone can celebrate.
New Clothes: Many people wear new clothes to signify renewal and purity celebrating the completion of a month dedicated to self-reflection and spiritual growth.
Family Gatherings: Families gather for festive meals after attending morning prayers. Traditional sweets like Maamoul (date or nut-filled cookies) are particularly popular during Eid.
Visiting Graves: Some Lebanese visit cemeteries to pay respects to deceased family members, a gesture that reflects remembrance and respect for ancestors.
Greeting Each Other: "Eid Mubarak" is a common greeting exchanged amongst people which means "Blessed Eid."
What People Do: During Eid ul Fitr, Lebanese people typically take part in various social activities including:
The government often declares an official public holiday lasting for several days during Eid ul Fitr so that employees can have time off work to celebrate with their families.
