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The blessings of Eid-il-Fitr The Messenger of Allah Muhammad SAW, is reported to have said: “And then the night of Eidul fitr which is called Laylatul Jaa’izah (night of prize giving), comes along. On the morning of Eid, Almighty Allah sends down His angels to all the lands of the earth where they take their […]

The blessings of Eid-il-Fitr

The Messenger of Allah Muhammad SAW, is reported to have said: “And then the night of Eidul fitr which is called Laylatul Jaa’izah (night of prize giving), comes along. On the morning of Eid, Almighty Allah sends down His angels to all the lands of the earth where they take their positions at access points of roads, calling out with a voice that is heard by all except men and jinn, “O Ummah of Muhammad (Salallaho alaihi wassallam), come forth from your houses towards a Lord that is noble and gracious, who grants much and pardons the major sins.” When they proceed towards the places for their Eid salaah, Allah asks to the angels: “What indeed is the reward of that employee who had rendered his services?” The angels reply’ “O Lord and Master, it is only right that he should receive his reward in full for his services.” Allah then says, “I call you to witness, O My angels that for their having fasted during the month of Ramadhaan, and for their having stood in prayer by night, I have granted to them as reward My pleasure and have granted them forgiveness. O My servants ask now of Me, for I swear by My honour and My greatness, that whatsoever you shall beg of me this day in this assembly of yours for the needs of the Hereafter, I shall grant you; and whatsoever you shall ask for worldly needs, I shall look at you favourably. By My honour I swear, as long as you shall obey my commands, I shall cover your faults. By My honour and by My greatness do I swear that I shall never disgrace you among the evil-doing ones and disbelievers. Depart now from here, you are forgiven. You have pleased Me, and I am pleased with you. The angels on seeing this great reward bestowed by Allah upon the Ummah of Muhammad (Salallaho alaihi wassallam) on the day of Eidul Fitr become greatly pleased and happy.” (Hadith-Targheeb)

RECOMMENDED IBADAH (WORSHIP) ON THE NIGHT OF EID

Our Beloved Rasulullah (Salallahu alaihi wassallam) said : “The person who stays awake on the nights preceding the two Eids occupying himself with ibâdah(worship), his heart will not die on the day when everyone’s heart will perish.” (His heart will not die during the time of evil and corruption). It could also mean that with the blowing of the trumpet his soul will not become unconscious. (Hadith –Ibn Majah)

PRESCRIBED SUNNAH ACTS ON THE DAY OF EID:

Wake up early.

Take a Ghusl (bath) before Eid Prayer

Brush your teeth (use Miswaak, chewing stick)

Dress up, putting on best clothes available.

Use perfume

Eat something sweet before proceeding to the Eid ground e.g. Dates etc.

Pay Zakaat-al-Fitr before Salaatul-Eid (on Eid-al-Fitr).

Go to Eid prayer ground early.

Offer Salaat-al-Eid in congregation on an Eid prayer ground except when the weather is not permitting like rain, snow, etc.

Use different roads en route to the Eid ground and back home.

Recite the following Takbir on the way to Eid congregation:

Allahu-Akbar, Allahu-Akbar. La ila-ha ill-lallah.Allahu-Akbar, Allahu-Akbar. Wa-lilahill hamd. (Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest. There is no god but Allah. Allah is Greatest, Allah is Greatest. And all praises are for Allah)

TIPS ON HOW TO SPEND THE DAY OF EID:

Keep in mind the pleasure of Allah and uphold Shari’ah at ALL times.

Adorn yourself and your family modestly in the best of garments (not necessarily new).

Avoid over eating and other festivities that have no benefit.

Visit the poor, needy, orphans, elderly and sick.

Should Eid be made at “my mum or your mum or whoever/wherever?” This requires mutual consultation between husband and wife. Consultation is a practice of the Messenger of Allah (Sallalahu alaihi wassallam). Try to compromise and accommodate each other.

Maintain and strengthen family bonds – Rasulullah (Salallahu alaihi wassallam) is reported to have said, “Anyone who wishes to have his means of livelihood enlarged and a prolonged life, should treat his relatives with kindness.”(Hadith)

Don’t forget the oppressed, poor and needy Muslims in all parts of the world in your du’as and charity.

Be punctual with your acts of worship even on this joyous day.

Happy Eid Day.

Additional tips from www.eislam.co.za