Eid ul-Fitr


 
 

The Islamic holiday of Eid ul-Fitr (Arabic: عيد الفطر) marks the end of Ramadan, celebrated upon the sighting of the new moon. It is one of the two Eid festivals in the Islamic year (the other being Eid ul-Adha). The Prophet Muhammad celebrated the first Eid with his companions after a victory in the Battle of Badr.

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It's also referred to as the Little or Small Bayram (which originates from Turkish), or the "Little" or "Small Feast".

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Eid ul-Fitr related Images and Photos (experimental)

Eid-Al-Fitr Prayers Ending Ramadan  Edfu  Egypt
Eid-Al-Fitr Prayers Ending Ramadan Edfu Egypt
Pakistani Girls Show Their Hands Painted with Henna Ahead of the Muslim Festival of Eid-Al-Fitr
Pakistani Girls Show Their Hands Painted with Henna Ahead of the Muslim Festival of Eid-Al-Fitr
Muslims Offer Eid Prayers at the Ruins of Jami Mosque  Which was Built in 1345 AD
Muslims Offer Eid Prayers at the Ruins of Jami Mosque Which was Built in 1345 AD

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Introduction
Timing
Traditions and Practices
Eid ul-Fitr in the Gregorian Calendar
External links
 
FR: Aïd el-Fitr


 

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