Monday, September 29, 2008

Eid Mubarak

Eid mubarak (Persian/Urdu: عید مبارک) (Arabic: عيد مبارك‎) is a traditional Muslim greeting reserved for use on the festivals of Eid ul-Adha and Eid ul-Fitr. The phrase translates into English as "blessed festival", and can be paraphrased as "may you enjoy a blessed festival". Muslims wish each other Eid Mubarak after performing the Eid prayer. This celebration continues till the end of the day. It continues for three days. It is notable that saying these exact words is a cultural tradition influenced by deep roots of religion in it; however, it is not part of any religious obligations. Some people might also add "kul 'am wantum bikhair."

Eid refers to the occasion itself, and Mubarak is'may it become good for you',

Throughout the Muslim world there are numerous other ways of greeting for Eid ul-Adha and Eid ul-Fitr

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