Eid-ul-Fitr 2023 Moon Sighting in India: Here’s when the moon is likely to be seen in the country

Eid-ul-Fitr 2023 Moon Sighting Date and Timing in India, UAE, Saudi Arabia: Eid-ul-Fitr is a joyous and meaningful celebration for Muslims around the world

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Eid-ul-Fitr 2023 Moon Sighting Date and Time: Eid-ul-Fitr is an Islamic festival that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast from dawn to dusk. The date of Eid-ul-Fitr varies each year as it is based on the sighting of the new moon, but it usually falls on the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic lunar calendar.

The precise date of this festival is decided by the sighting of the crescent moon. The International Astronomy Center has announced that Islamic countries are expected to sight the crescent of Shawwal on Thursday, April 20, which will likely be the end of Ramadan, Gulf News reported. “However, it may not be possible to spot the crescent with the naked eye or a telescope from all parts of Asia and Australia, although it is possible that some Islamic countries may be able to sight it,” the report stated further. If the moon is sighted on Friday, Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on April 22, Saturday.

On Eid-ul-Fitr, Muslims gather in mosques or open spaces to offer special prayers, known as Eid prayers. They also give gifts, share food with family and friends, and perform acts of charity. The day is a time for forgiveness, reconciliation, and celebration.

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Eid-ul-Fitr 2023 Moon Sighting: Eid-ul-Fitr is an Islamic festival that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)

Eid-ul-Fitr is an important festival in the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by Muslims all over the world. It is a time to express gratitude to Allah for the blessings received during Ramadan, to strengthen ties with family and friends, and to renew one’s commitment to living a life of faith and devotion.

In addition to the special prayers and festive gatherings, there are many traditional customs associated with Eid-ul-Fitr. One of the most important is the giving of Eid al-Fitr or Zakat al-Fitr, which is a form of charity given to the poor and needy. This is usually given before the Eid prayers, and it is meant to ensure that everyone has enough to eat and celebrate during the holiday.

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Food also plays a major role in the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, and it is traditional to prepare special dishes and sweets for the occasion. Some of the most popular Eid dishes include biryani, kebabs, samosas, and sweet treats like sheer khurma and ras malai.

Overall, Eid-ul-Fitr is a joyous and meaningful celebration for Muslims around the world. It is a time to come together with family and friends, express gratitude and compassion, and celebrate the values of faith, community, and generosity.

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