In Arabic, Eid literally means 'returning at regular intervals'. The fact that they occur in a regular cycle is important, for it gives a repeated opportunity for renewal, to forgive enemies, and contact people one has…

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan | The Speaking Tree | Jun 25, 2017Eid is celebrated on the first date of Shawwal, that is, the tenth month of the Hijra calendar. During the festival, Muslims exchange gifts, greeting their…

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan I Times of India I 17th Aug. 2012 | Page 20According to the Islamic tradition, there are two festivals observed by Muslims every year - Eid-ul-Fitr just after Ramzan and Eid-ul-Zuha in the month…

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan | Times of India | August 31st, 2011, Page 16 Socialisation is the need of every society, promoting as it does harmony and mutual understanding. It is required for a healthy social life, as it…

Ramadan being a month to be trained in inculcating spirituality, every ritual connected to fasting has a spiritual aspect.  Fasting is not just an annual custom. It is a living creative process. It is related to the…

The word Eid in Arabic means 'returning at regular intervals' and refers to the two annual Islamic religious celebrations. The fact that they occur in a regular cycle is important, for it gives a repeated opportunity…