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 Eid al-Fitr (Festival of Breaking the Fast): A three-day

celebration marking the end of Ramadan, a holy month of fasting.


Muslims attend prayers, exchange gifts, and enjoy special meals.
 Eid al-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice): A four-day celebration
honoring Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son. Muslims
attend prayers, sacrifice animals (if able), and share meat with the
less fortunate.
 Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power): A holy night within Ramadan
believed to be the night the Quran was revealed to Prophet
Muhammad. Muslims engage in extended prayers and seek
forgiveness.
 Ashura: The tenth day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic
calendar. It commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the
grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Some Muslims fast, while others
hold mourning processions.
 Mawlid (Prophet Muhammad's Birthday): Celebrates the
birthday of Prophet Muhammad. Muslims attend lectures, recite
poems, and share sweets.
 Isra and Mi'raj: Commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's
miraculous night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent
to heaven.
 Hijri New Year: Marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar year.
Muslims reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one.
 Night of Forgiveness: A night within Shaban, the eighth month of
the Islamic calendar, where Muslims seek forgiveness from God.
 Arafat Day: A day of standing in prayer and supplication on the
plain of Arafat during the Hajj pilgrimage.

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