EID DAY
THE NIGHT BEFORE EID
The night before Eid has been called the Laylatu‘l-Ja’izah, which means the night of the reward. It’s a night in which we show gratitude to Allah Ta’ala for making it easier for us to fast, pray and be better Muslims overall. To show this gratitude, we continue the worship we had been doing until now to maintain the good routine we have built up in Ramadan.
Sadly, the night is taken in a different light nowadays. It’s treated as a night to signal a holiday from Ramadan, a night in which restrictions are lifted and we no longer have to remember Allah Ta’ala.
In this night, a large proportion of Muslim families spend the night in either celebrating, decorating the house, or preparing food for Eid day. Rarely will you see people realising the importance of this night and spending it in worship like they would do in the preceding nights. We should continue to show our devotion to Allah Ta’ala in this night too, and show that Ramadan has passed but our loyalty towards Him hasn’t.
IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF EID
Sadaqatul-Fitr
Before Eid Salah, it’s compulsory upon families in which the parents have enough wealth to give Zakah to give Sadaqatul-Fitr. The parent has to give it for each child too, and can give it on behalf of their spouse too.
The money is used to give to the poor so that they too can enjoy the festivities of Eid. Unfortunately, if we give the money on Eid day, it will be impossible for them to receive it. This is why we should give it much in advance before Eid so that those responsible for collecting and distributing it can have it given to the poor in time for their Eid day.
The amount of money to be given per person varies every year depending on the prices of the items the calculation is based on. This is why it’s important to make sure you check each year what the amount “per head” is.
However, the best method for calculating is using local market values, which some websites calculate for you. Speak to your local Imam or scholar for more information on how it’s calculated for your area.
You’ll also notice that there are several possible amounts, though people tend to choose the lowest value (around £2 to £3 per person) in comparison to potentially £15 per person. We shouldn’t let the generosity of Ramadan leave so early and we should opt for the highest or at least the moderate amount per person.
BY HUDA PRESS
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