Islamic Festivals

Islamic Festivals the streets. Their joy does not create problems for their neighbours. They celebrate—but with full awareness of the purpose behind the celebration. One of the main acts emphasized during Islamic festivals is giving charity—either in the form of food or its monetary equivalent that Muslims give before the Eid-ul-Fitr prayer. This practice helps share personal joy with others in society. The goal is for everyone to have the means to celebrate. No one should be excluded from happiness. According to one narration, Abu Bakr visited the Prophet’s house on the day of Eid. At that time, two young girls were sitting with Aisha, playing the duff and singing traditional Arabic songs. Abu Bakr rebuked them, saying, “Are you engaging in such frivolous activities in the house of the Messenger of God?” The Prophet was lying down, covered with a cloth. He uncovered his face and said, “O Abu Bakr, allow them. Every nation has its own Eid, and today is our Eid.” (Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith No. 952; Sahih Muslim, Hadith No. 892) Islam teaches that joy should remain within the limits of good manners and humanity. But joy, by nature, does not always stay confined to rules. In the excitement, sometimes people may go a little beyond. That’s why, along with setting boundaries, Islam also understands and respects human emotions. This means that if someone, in a moment of joy, expresses simple and harmless fun, the