#Islamic Holidays and Festivals – Islam Peace Of Heart
Introduction:
Islamic festivals and history is one of the essential aspects of Islam. These festivals and festivals serve a great purpose Remembering peace, expressing worship and love, and spreading the message of humanity and peace among humankind. In Islamic history, some crucial festivals and festivals are celebrated according to different purposes and willis. These are celebrated almost all over the country, but in different styles according to identity.
In this article, we will know in detail the history, significance, and manner of celebrating Islamic festivals and festivals. Each and every festival comes with its own specialty and importance, and it reflects the modern principles of human nature and Islam.
Eid-Ul-Fitr:
Eid-ul-Fitr, which follows Ramadan, is a festival of joy. This festival is for those Muslims who fast during Ramadan. Ramadan is a month of worship, devotion, and fasting. When some of Ramadan is seen, Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated.
Eid-ul-Fitr, meaning “short fast,” is a day of joy for Muslims. People congratulate their friends and relatives by offering Eid prayers. Sweets and dishes are distributed for this day, and people also give Eid (cash rewards) to each other. This festival gives an opportunity to express happiness and love to each other.
Eid-ul-Adha:
Eid-ul-Adha, meaning “Bad Eid,” falls in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah. This festival is based on the sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (as) and Hazrat Ismail (as). This story is mentioned in the Quran-e-Kareem. On the day of Eid-ul-Adha, Muslims have to perform a sacrifice, in which a goat, a lamb, or a goat is sacrificed.
On the day of Eid-ul-Adha, Muslims offer the Eid prayer and pass the bone and meat of their sacrifice. The portion of this sacrifice is distributed among the poor so that the poor also get a share of this happiness. This festival is celebrated with correct and pure intention, and the names include the importance of sacrifice, humanity, and the message of sacrifice in the way of Allah.
Ramadan:
Ramadan is the most important month of Islam, the month in which the Qur’an-e-Kareem was revealed. This month is for fasting, which gives Muslims an opportunity to be closer to Allah. During fasting, Muslims avoid hunger and thirst and engage in worship. Every province has a Suhoor time, in which the fasting Muslim intends to fast by eating the last Suhoor of his province. The fast opens at the time of Iftar, when the sun sets.
The last decade of Ramadan is the last 10 days of Laylat-ul-Qadr, which is the night of revelation of the Quran. This night is a night of worship, repentance, and medicine, and the name Muslims repent of their sins. After Ramadan, comes Eid-ul-Fitr, which is a day of joy for those who fast.
Lailat-ul-Miraj:
Lailat-ul-Mu’raad, an important night in Islam, the body of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) will give Maharaj (ascension) before Allah. On that night, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) traveled from Makkah to Jerusalem and then reached the heavens. This night is considered a day of worship and medicine. Muslims pray in mosques on this night and strengthen their peace.
Shab-e-Barat:
Shab-e-Barat, meaning “Night of Victory,” falls in the month of Rajab. On this night, Muslims visit the graves, worship, and accept Dua. This night is also called “Night of Arafat”, the bodies are given to Allah’s mercy and forgiveness. Muslims spend this night repenting of their sins and asking for alms for the coming year.
Mawlid-un-Nabi:
Milad-Un-Nabi, i.e. “Birth Day of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH),” is celebrated in the month of Rabi-ul-Awal. On this day, Muslims meet to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), talk about his life and circumstances, and listen to Naat Sharif. On the day of Mauld-in-Nabi, special prayers are offered in the mosques, and there is an atmosphere of happiness among the people.
Conclusion:
Islamic festivals and festivals are a means of expressing love, peace, and worship in humanity. These few days and nights give Muslims an opportunity to be close to Allah and spread the message of love and unity among humanity. Each and every festival comes with its own specialty and purpose, and these include worship, sacrifice, and expression of joy. Islamic festivals bring peace and harmony together in a different and brighter way for Muslims.
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