Eid Mubarak! We hope you can celebrate the day by praying, whether in congregation or alone. Here is how to pray the Eid prayer.
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4 Eid Traditions From Around the World
By Fatimah SNow that Eid al-Adha is here, Muslims all around the world are celebrating. A commemoration of Prophet Ibrahim’s (as) devotion and trust in Allah, Eid al-Adha is a time to connect with family and friends. Here is a round-up of Eid traditions around the world! Pakistan In Pakistan, families gather for a large meal, with…
The Ultimate Eid Gift Guide
By Zainab KhanWe are introducing the ultimate Eid Ul Adha Gift Guide! We have compiled a list of gifts you can give friends and family. For Children @mydeen_magazine compiles a monthly magazine with various activities for kids ages 3-12. It’s a great way to keep children busy this summer and educate them about Islamic morals and values….
What Does Islam Say About Animal Welfare? 8 Muslim Vegetarians Share Thoughts On Eid Al-Adha
By MG StaffEvery year around this time, there’s an intense debate about Eid Al-Adha and the associated animal sacrifice. Some vegetarian and vegan Muslims still participate in the sacrifice in order to feed others while declining to partake in the meat themselves. Others may adopt a “flexitarian” diet for the day and choose to consume the meat….
What Is the Significance of Eid Al-Adha?
By Shifah BelaiOver the next week, Muslims all around the world will be celebrating Eid Al-Adha. Surrounded by family, food and gifts, what’s not to love? But what is the importance of this day, and what does it mean for Muslims? Eid Al-Adha is celebrated on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, the last month in the Islamic…
7 FAQs About Eid Prayers
By Asiya BharadiaAlhamdulillah, by the grace and mercy of Allah SWT, we’ve almost finished another blessed month of Ramadan. And now, it’s time for us to prepare for Eid-ul-Fitr. Before we get into answering some common questions regarding Eid prayer and what exactly we do during the prayer, let’s go over what we should have done before…
What Is Eid? Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The Muslim Holiday.
By Maliha RahmanThis article was published on Muslim on 5/24/2020, and has been republished with permission of Muslim. Whether you are Muslim or not, the celebration of Eid-al-Fitr is acknowledged around the world by many of all faiths. Eid is a time for blessings and joys throughout the Muslim community, but because it is a day of charity,…
How a Health Scare Drastically Changed The Way I Celebrate Eid
By Guest BloggerI measure my life in Ramadans: How I see myself before Ramadan, and how I am after Ramadan. Who I am closer to, what directions do I get pulled into? Last year, I had a health scare. I felt a knot in my chest and the doctors thought they found something abnormal, but couldn’t give…
This is Why I Celebrate Eid With Friends of Various Faiths
By Rabea AliEid-Al-Fitr is the religious holiday which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It’s typically spent with extended family in most cultures. In my family, we have minimal family in the United States, and even less as the years have gone by, so the festivities have always been a bit low-key compared to…
Why I’m Celebrating Eid Loud and Proud in Trump’s America
By vanessa el shamyI was in college when Trump was elected president. I remember going to sleep in utter shock after he had won the election, and waking up the next morning to go to class in a daze. There was a stillness in the air — like even the Trump supporters knew something was wrong with this…
Spending Eid Away From Your Child? The Guilt Is Real
By Hanan IssaLet me start out with a disclaimer. I love going away with my 4-year-old son. He’s great fun, not much bother, and carries a big chunk of my heart around with him. A few months ago, we went on an awesome family adventure into the Sumatran jungle to see orangutans. Despite having a wonderful time,…