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Breaking: Saudi Arabia confirms Friday as start of Eid Al-Fitr

The Shawwal crescent has been sighted in Tamir, Saudi Arabia, which means that the first day of Eid Al-Fitr will be on Friday, April 21. The...

Chima Joseph Ugo
Chima Joseph Ugo - Editor-in-chief April 20, 2023
Updated April 20, 2023 at 4:29 PM
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Breaking: Saudi Arabia confirms Friday as start of Eid Al-Fitr
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Saudi Arabia confirms Friday as start of Eid Al-Fitr
The Shawwal crescent has been sighted in Tamir, Saudi Arabia, which means that the first day of Eid Al-Fitr will be on Friday, April 21. The Saudi Supreme Court has confirmed the sighting and announced that Friday will be the beginning of Eid. The Eid Al-Fitr celebrations follow the end of Ramadan which lasts for 29 or 30 days based on the sighting of the crescent moon. Employees in Saudi Arabia's private and non-profit sectors have been granted a four-day paid holiday from Friday to Monday, according to the Kingdom's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, as reported by Al Arabiya.

Ambassadors to Saudi Arabia have extended their warm wishes and greetings to the Kingdom and Muslims around the world celebrating Eid Al-Fitr. Denmark's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Liselotte Plesner, has wished everyone a blessed Eid. Plesner expressed her gratitude for spending her first Ramadan in Saudi Arabia, describing it as an amazing experience filled with togetherness and joy with friends and family. She added that she is looking forward to spending Eid in the country.

Eid Al-Fitr is a significant festival for Muslims all over the world. It is a day of joy, happiness, and celebrations for the end of the holy month of Ramadan, which is marked by fasting, prayers, and acts of charity. On the day of Eid, Muslims typically attend special prayers held at mosques and wear new clothes. They exchange greetings and gifts with family and friends and enjoy festive meals.

The sighting of the Shawwal crescent marks the end of Ramadan, which is a time of spiritual reflection and devotion for Muslims. It is a month when Muslims focus on self-discipline, self-control, and generosity towards others. The holy month of Ramadan is an opportunity for Muslims to strengthen their faith, seek forgiveness, and renew their commitment to their beliefs.

The announcement of the start of Eid Al-Fitr has been met with excitement and joy in Saudi Arabia, where people have been preparing for the festivities. The Kingdom's authorities have taken measures to ensure that the celebrations are held safely and in compliance with COVID-19 regulations. Mosques have been instructed to adhere to social distancing protocols, and large gatherings have been discouraged.

The Kingdom's Ministry of Interior has called on citizens and residents to follow COVID-19 precautions during the Eid celebrations, such as wearing masks and maintaining physical distancing. It has also urged people to avoid gatherings, shaking hands, and hugging, and to seek medical attention if they experience any COVID-19 symptoms.

As Muslims around the world prepare to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr, the occasion is a reminder of the importance of faith, family, and community. The festival serves as a time of renewal and reflection for Muslims, and a chance to come together to celebrate their faith and traditions.

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