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In fact, the night preceding Eid al-Fitr is considered to be one of the most sacred nights in the Islamic calendar. It will certainly be different to any Eid we’ve experienced in the past, but it can still be a time of giving thanks for all the blessings in our lives, focussing on the sunnahs we can fulfil and reaching out to those facing greater challenges than us.Īs well as being a time of well-deserved feasting, greeting and joy, Eid al-Fitr is also an opportunity to practice the sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and connect with Allah. Muslims in some parts of the world will be unable to perform Eid prayers as mosques remain closed and rather than going out to greet people, the day may have to be spent at home without seeing many loved ones. However, with social distancing measures in place in large parts of the world amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, creating the spirit of Eid will be more difficult this year. It is usually a time when family and friends get together and celebrate after a month of abstinence from food and drink during daylight hours. Alternatively, electronic means of communication must be used.Įid Al Fitr prayer timings across the UAE.Eid al-Fitr, known as ‘the festival of breaking the fast’ marks the end of a month of fasting in Ramadan. Giving away the “Eidiya” to the children, or even cashing them from banks and circulating them among individuals during this period must be avoided. Gatherings should be limited to members of the same family living in the same household, while ensuring to wear masks and commitment to social distancing when sitting with the elderly and those with chronic diseases.Īuthorities recommended offering congratulations and blessings to relatives and friends through electronic communication channels, and refraining from exchanging gifts and foods between neighbors. The elderly over 60 years of age, and children under 12 years old must avoid going to the Eid prayers, to ensure they’re healthy and safe.Īuthorities stressed on the importance of adhering to the precautionary measures in place, especially during the blessed Eid Al-Fitr period and avoiding family visits and gatherings. It is strictly forbidden for individuals in contact with COVID-19 patients, and people suffering from chronic diseases to attend the Eid prayer.
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It is decided to limit the prayer time to 15 minutes, including "Khutbah," where precautionary measures, such as wearing masks and physical distancing must be applied.Īuthorities and volunteers will supervise the process of entering and leaving the places of prayer, to prevent congestion.Īdditionally, gatherings and handshakes before and after prayer are prohibited in all their forms, where greetings and congratulations from a distance would be enough. The mosques will open only 15 minutes before the Eid prayer and close immediately after the completion of the “Khutbah.” Service facilities and places of "Wuḍūʾ" will continue to be closed. The UAE authorities on Monday announced that Eid Al Fitr prayers would be held in approved mosques or Eid "Musalla" across the UAE. The photo has been used for illustrative purposes.