7 Things That Make Eid al-Fitr Very, Very Special
Ramadan is like a one-month Holy wellness challenge from God –good for the body and soul. After that spiritual detox, Muslims around the world binge for three days on divine celebration. Here are some of the things that make Eid al-Fitr totally worth the splurge.
Eid Prayer Early in the Morning
Nothing like waking up to the harmonious sounds of Muslims at your local masjid to give you some nostalgia. I remember it being a huge thrill to repeat takbirat al Eid after my father as a child.
You Can Actually Have Breakfast
After being so used to skipping your morning coffee, you honestly can’t believe that you can get your energy in a cup. You even hesitate at first, but then chill out because everyone’s having breakfast.
Family Gatherings
You might run into your least favorite uncle, and that aunt who still pinches your cheek, but that’s okay with you on this one day because of the next point below!
The Wara2 3enab Your Grandma Makes *yuuuuum*
Do I even need to explain???
Ma3moul al-Eid, Especially the Sugar on Top
Oh yeah, kids be licking that sugar off the ma3moul like there’s no tomorrow then getting yelled at.
3idiya from Literally Everyone!
No matter how old you get, that least favorite 3amou will still give you 3idiyeeeeh!
The Feeling of Relief and Accomplishment after Having Fasted the Whole Month!
Mission accomplished. Food forever!
