07/04/2024
EiD Checklist.
Performing Ghusl (Ritual Bath) Before the โEid Prayer: It is Sunnah to perform ghusl before heading out to the โEid prayer. This act of purification, practiced by โAbd-Allah ibn โUmar and endorsed by Islamic scholars, signifies the importance of cleanliness and preparation for a communal gathering, setting a tone of reverence and sanctity for the day.
Eating Before the โEid al-Fitr Prayer: On โEid al-Fitr, it is recommended to eat an odd number of dates before leaving for the prayer. This practice, following the Prophetโs tradition, marks the end of Ramadanโs fasting. It symbolizes the transition from fasting to feasting, underscoring gratitude for Allahโs provisions.
Reciting Takbir: The recitation of Takbir from home to the prayer site is a powerful communal act of faith. Starting from the night before โEid for โEid al-Fitr, it serves as a vocal expression of Allahโs greatness and mercy, uniting the community in a chorus of devotion and gratitude.
Hereโs the wording: Allaahu akbar, Allaahu Akbar, Allaahu Akbar, laa ilaaha illallaah, Wa-Allahu Akbar. Allaahu Akbar walillaahil hamd.
Exchanging Greetings and Congratulations: Exchanging greetings such as โTaqabbala Allah minna wa minkumโ (May Allah accept from us and you) fosters a sense of unity and goodwill. This tradition, rooted in the practice of the Prophetโs Companions, highlights the communal joy and brotherhood that โEid brings.
Adorning Oneself with the Best Clothes: Dressing in oneโs best attire for โEid, without extravagance or immodesty, is encouraged to honor the occasion. This practice, which respects Islamic guidelines on modesty, signifies the dignity and respect attributed to Islamic festivals.
Taking Different Routes to and from the Prayer Ground: The Sunnah of taking different routes to and from the prayer ground encapsulates multiple intentions, from displaying Islamic symbols to fulfilling social and familial obligations. This enriches the โEid experience, embedding it with deeper spiritual and communal dimensions.
Observing these Sunnah acts and etiquettes during โEid not only enhances the spiritual and communal aspects of the celebration but also aligns the festivities with the teachings of Islam. โEid is a time for Muslims to express gratitude, reflect on their faith, and rejoice in the unity and blessings of their community, guided by the example of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).