Muslims all over the world are celebrating Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, a month-long period of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. It is a day of joy and festivity for the community. This is traditionally marked by congregational prayers in mosques and parks followed by parties with family and friends. Many people celebrate Eid by spending time exchanging gifts and visiting loved ones. It also marks a great sense of achievement, as for the duration of Ramadan, Muslims have been preoccupied with worship and getting closer to their Lord.
However, social distancing restrictions mean that this year’s celebrations will somewhat mirror the month of Ramadan. For more information and guidance about celebrating Eid al-Fitr this year, please visit the Muslim Council of Britain’s page here.
Our Muslim chaplains’ message is for students to stay safe and to still celebrate Eid, observing the guidance from the government, which is to avoid gatherings during Eid. One can still perform the Eid prayer by themselves or with those whom they live with and enjoy the festivity of the day by contacting friends and family and indulging in those tasty Eid delights!
The University of Birmingham Islamic Society have organised a virtual get together alongside a round of bingo on Monday 25th May, so students can have a chance to catch up. Visit the Birmingham Islamic Society Instagram page for further information on how to join the session.
Below are a few sources of information from local and national organisations that you might find useful during this year’s Eid:
On behalf of Adil and Paul and the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy Team, we wish all of our students, staff, alumni, friends and family: Eid Mubarak! (23 May 2020)