The ABCs of Life

The Best Days of the World - that’s the first days of Dhulhijjah. If you don’t know what month is it now according to the Muslim’s calendar; it is Dhulhijjah. The blessed month of pilgrimage and celebration of ‘Eidul Adha. These days before ‘Eid are the best time to increase good deeds especially fasting and dhikr (remembrance of Allah).

‘Eidul Adha is also an event of charity in which sharing is a big part of it. The meat of sacrificed animals are distributed among the members of the community (especially the poor and needy) to enjoy. Back home in Malaysia there’s usually a big feast in both ‘Eidul Adha and ‘Eidul Fitr and though the celebration is a bit smaller here the excitement are always amazing. You don’t need to be home to feel ‘home’ sometimes because many wonderful people would love to open their doors and hearts to you and make you feel at home during this time of celebrations. (But I still miss home! Of course :))

Muslims in Southampton will celebrate ‘Eid on Wednesday; 19th December 2007 InshaAllah. And a day before‘Eid - the Day of ‘Arafah - would be the day Abuhandzalah will have his viva transfer. Please pray for his success; please pray for everyone, for peace in the world and salvation in the hereafter for these are the best days of the world that we hope will be the days Allah will answer our prayers.

‘Eid Mubarak to all Muslims out there, and have a pleasant holiday to everyone!