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Eid al-Fitr, known as the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is a significant religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to mark the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. The history of Eid traces back to the Prophet Muhammad's time in 624 CE when he established this day of festivity following a victorious battle. In Yemen, as in other Muslim-majority countries, this day has deep cultural and religious roots encompassing communal prayers, feasting, and charity.
On the eve of Eid al-Fitr, Yemenis engage in a variety of traditional practices:
Zakat al-Fitr: Families give a form of charity called 'Zakat al-Fitr' before the Eid prayers. This act aims to purify those who fast from any indecent act or speech and to help the poor and needy.
Preparation for Eid Prayer: The evening is usually spent preparing new clothes and making arrangements for attending the communal Eid prayer early next morning.
Food Preparation: Yemeni households prepare special dishes and sweets like 'Bint Al-Sahn', 'Zalabia', or 'Luqmat al-Qadi' which are shared with family members and neighbors.
Cleaning and Decoration: Homes are cleaned thoroughly; some people also decorate their houses to mark the festive occasion.
On Eid al-Fitr Eve, people engage in several activities:
Shopping for Clothes & Gifts: It's customary for people to buy new clothes for themselves and their families. Markets are often bustling with shoppers seeking gifts for their loved ones.
Henna Decoration: Women and girls adorn their hands and feet with decorative henna designs as part of the celebrations.
Visiting Graves: Some Yemenis visit the graves of departed relatives to pray for their souls on this evening.
Social Gatherings: Families may gather on this night as anticipation builds up for the next day's festivities, sharing meals and enjoying each other's company.
Night Prayers (Taraweeh): Although Taraweeh prayers are performed throughout Ramadan after Isha (night prayer), they conclude on this night before Eid begins.
Eid al-Fitr Eve in Yemen is a time filled with anticipation, devotion, preparation for celebration, charitable acts, family bonding, cultural practices, and community engagement as they bid farewell
