Muslims around the world are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of the islamic holy month of Ramadan and the first day of the new month of Shawwal.
Eid-al-Fitr begins after the first sighting of the new moon. Muslims traditionally gather to pray, give charity and break their fast with family or friends. In many countries it is a public holiday and schools and government offices close.
Here are some of the photos our readers have shared with us during the month of Ramadan:
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"Seek assistance through patience and prayer" (Al Baqarah 2:45).
Sweet Eid
Bunch of guys turn up spontaneously on Eid day and give out free Sweets and Balloon models to kids, making Eid fun after Ramadan
Waiting to hear Azan-e-Maghrib (the call of prayer) to break the fast
After a long day of handwork in scorching heat of 45 centigrade, Muslims waiting at a place in the city of Rawalpindi to break the fast with cold drink and dates... (courtesy: Fahim Kidwai, Rawalpindi)
The Prophet of Islam Muhammad (pbuh) has highly recommended Muslims to spend few moments in front of food prior to breaking the fast, thank God for all the blessing bestowed upon them and pray for health and well being of others.
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