The closing of Ramadan is celebrated as Eid. It is considered a movement of happiness and joy after Ramadan, the month of blessings, and the completion of the holy month. In Kashmir, Eid celebrations have always been distinctive, and they remain so today. There is a rush on the roads, and shops, sweet shops, and clothing stores are bustling. This is expected, and Kashmiris never lag behind, which I personally appreciate.
Making this day a day of happiness is the right of every Muslim. But besides celebration, what we have learned from the holy month must be practised in the coming months, for which the holy month is ordained for Muslims of the world. Let us now look at some general guidelines for which Ramadan serves as practice for the rest of life.
First and foremost, thanks be to Almighty Allah for giving us strength and patience to observe the fast with resilience and peace. Looking towards the West, many Muslim countries have been unable to fast due to ongoing crises and disturbing situations.
On the closing ceremony of Ramadan, let us pray for peace, harmony, and brotherhood in the world. Eid and the holy month of Ramadan are messages of peace, and they strengthen social ties by bringing family, friends, and the community together in prayer and festivity.
Special prayers go to those in difficult situations around the world. Let us pray for the safety, security, and protection of all mankind. May the realisation of human values, humanity, peace, and harmony among world leaders prevail. May this Eid bring hope, healing, and unity to all affected by conflict. May the sense of oneness, belonging, human love, and affection prevail.
Let’s celebrate this Eid with more simplicity and less expense. Our message should be wide enough that we love humanity and human existence. Let the same sense prevail among all.
(The Author is a Writer and Columnist. President of the Kashmir Writers Association and Editor in Chief, North Kashmir Gazette)
