Ramadan and Eid Muslim Holidays

What are Holidays? Christmas Hanukah Thanksgiving Easter Eid

Holiday Traditions Christmas Trees Lighting the houses and trees Gift giving Making candy and deserts Dressing nicely

Real spirit of Holidays Charity Sharing Understanding the needs of others Sacrificing Remembering God and His Commandments

Ramadan – A month of Fasting The most blessed month in Muslim calendar Muslims fast from Sunrise to Sunset A month of great sacrifice, both on self and by sharing one’s wealth Remembering God and obeying His Will are the main objectives

Eid – A Celebration First Day of the month, following Ramadan God’s gift to Muslims for fasting in Ramadan The spirit of Prayers, Charity, Sharing and togetherness continues: Start the day with collective prayers Giving charity on this day is required Everyone greets with a hug A lot of traditional sweets are made Money rather than Gifts is considered better Families and friends get together

Eid Day Fasting is prohibited Put on new clothes, or your best clothes Start the day with a sweet snack Go to a mosque to pray After prayers everyone greets each other “Eid Mubarik” Give gifts or money to those younger than you

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