Iran’s President congratulates Muslims on Eid al-Fitr
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has expressed his felicitations
to the heads of state and people of Muslim countries on the
auspicious occasion of Eid al-Fitr, Press TV reported.
In his message, President Rouhani expressed hope that friendship
bonds among all Muslims would be further strengthened on the basis
of Islamic teachings, spirituality, moderation, wisdom and the
establishment of lasting peace and security.
He wished the leaders and nations of all Muslim countries
well-being, prosperity and success.
The fasting month of Ramadan - the ninth month on the Islamic
calendar - culminates in the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, which is
one of the main Muslim holidays. On Eid al-Fitr, Muslims are
encouraged to be especially generous and forgiving.
Muslims fast from dawn to dusk during Ramadan, refraining from
eating, drinking, smoking, and indulging in anything that is in
excess or ill-natured.
Iran has declared Friday, August 9, as Eid al-Fitr since the moon
crescent which marks the beginning of the new month could not be
sighted in the country by Thursday.
Under the Islamic law, the old month's end is declared only after
the new moon crescent is sighted.
Muslims believe Ramadan is a holy month when God Almighty showers
humankind with his blessings. They also believe it was in Ramadan
when the first verses of the Holy Qur'an were revealed to Prophet
Muhammad.