19/03/2026
๐ Sunnah of Eid al-Fitr โ Revive the Beautiful Practices ๐คโจ
Eid is not just a celebration โ it is a day of gratitude, worship, and following the beautiful Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Here are some important Sunnahs to follow on the day of Eid al-Fitr:
๐ฟ 1. Perform Ghusl (Ritual Bath)
It is recommended to take a bath before going for Eid prayer, showing cleanliness and respect for this blessed day.
๐ฝ๏ธ 2. Eat Before Leaving for Eid Prayer
The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) used to eat dates before going for the Eid prayer โ usually an odd number.
๐ Sahih al-Bukhari
๐ 3. Wear Your Best Clothes
Dress in your best (modest) clothing as a way of honoring the day of Eid.
๐คฒ 4. Recite Takbeer
Recite the Takbeer from the night of Eid until the prayer:
โAllahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illa Allah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillahil hamd.โ
๐ 5. Go Early for Eid Prayer
Attend the Eid prayer in congregation and listen to the khutbah.
๐ถโโ๏ธ 6. Take Different Routes
The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) used to go to the Eid prayer by one route and return by another.
๐ Sahih al-Bukhari
๐ค 7. Greet One Another
Exchange greetings like:
โTaqabbalallahu minna wa minkumโ
(May Allah accept from us and from you)
๐ฐ 8. Give Zakat al-Fitr
It is obligatory to give Zakat al-Fitr before the Eid prayer so that the poor can also celebrate Eid.
๐ Remember:
Eid is a day of joy, but also a day of shukr (gratitude) and remembering Allah.