New Delhi, May 12: Ramadan, also spelled Ramazan, Ramzan, Ramadhan or Ramathan, is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. Today is the 29th day of the Ramadan fast.
The month-long Ramadan fast ends with Eid ul Fitr, one of the biggest festivals of the Muslims across the world.
Every year, Eid-ul-Fitr occurs approximately 10-11 days earlier depending on when the crescent moon is sighted since lunar months are shorter than solar months and so it varies from country to country by about a day.
Ramadan (the ninth Islamic month), began on April 14 this year.
According to the Shahi Imam of Delhi's Fatehpuri Mosque, Dr Mufti Mohd Mukarram Ahmed, Eid ul-Fitrwill be celebrated on May 13-14. It is believed that the last ten days of Ramadan carry special blessings for Muslims. The Night of Power or Laylat ul Qadr, the most auspicious night in the year, falls during this period.
Here are some wishes and messages which you can send to friends and family on the occasion of Eid: