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Equip
yourself against shaytan’s ‘heart attack’!
Rasulullah
salallahu alayhi wasallam
said, “The heart of the person who remains awake (in ibadat), desirous
of attaining the promised rewards from Allah Ta’ala, during the night
of Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha will not die on the day when (spiritual)
hearts will be dead.”
[Ibn
Majah #1782]
‘The day when hearts will be dead’,
refers to the era wherein people will be entangled in havoc and sin.
This explanation perfectly matches the pitiful state of affairs
unfolding before our eyes daily. Hence, by simply practicing on
this hadith, Allah Ta’ala promises to keep our spiritual hearts
steadfast on His Deen when Shaytan will be launching his ‘deadly
attacks’ on our ‘spiritual hearts’. Just as how we encouraged
one another to join in and to keep the musjids lively during Ramadan,
let us extend this blessed lively atmosphere to just one more
night! That is, by spending this auspicious night in ibadat and
abstaining from all types of sin especially that of gheebat!
ETIQUETTE TO BE OBSERVED ON THE DAY OF EID
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To rise early on the Eid morning. Doing so will spur one to be more
alert and cheerful on this joyous day.
[Hashiyatut Tahtawi p.530]
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It is sunnah to bath on this day before the Eid Salah. However if one
bathes before the Fajr Salah, this will also be acceptable.
[Hashiyatut Tahtawi p.530]
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To dress according to the sunnah, ensuring that the trouser is well
above the ankles (for males). To wear the best clothes one possesses
and not necessarily new. However, if new clothes are obtained,
it should first be worn on a Friday. When Rasulullah
salallahu alayhi wasallam
obtained new clothing, he would first wear it on a Friday (even if it
was for a few moments and then removed it). This was done due to
Friday being the most virtuous day of the week. In this way, the
clothing as well as the one wearing the garment will be blessed.
[Muntahas Sool v.1,p.490 ]
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To set off early for the Eid Salah. It is greatly encouraged that one
performs the Eid Salah in the Eid Ghah. However, if due to some excuse
such as illness, old age etc. one may join the salah in the Musjid
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As far as possible, one should endeavor to walk to the Eid
Salah if it is within walking distance. Different routes should be
chosen when approaching and returning from the Eid Salah. One should
engage in reciting the takbeer of Eid silently on route to the
Eid Salah until arrival at the Eid Ghah. Besides the act of walking to
the Eid Ghah being meritorious, it creates a deep impression on the
hearts of the onlookers (non believers) when they observe the beauty
and serenity of Islam. Encourage one another to walk to the Eid Ghah!
PERMANENT
SECURITY AGAINST SHAYTAN IN THE FUTURE
Nabi
salallahu alayhi wasallam
once enquired from the Sahabah
radi allahu anhum
, “Should I not inform you of such acts which would expiate your sins
and elevate your ranks (in Jannah)? “Yes, of course, O Rasulullah
salallahu alayhi wasallam”
was the enthusiastic reply from the Sahabah
radi allahu anhum.
Nabi
salallahu alayhi wasallam
then stated, “This is achieved by performing a perfect wudu despite
facing unfavorable conditions (such as inclement weather, cold water,
sickness etc.), taking many steps to the musjid and anticipating
the next salah after having performed one. (This reward will be
received irrespective of one being in the business place or involved
in any other activity between the two salahs). Nabi
salallahu alayhi wasallam
then mentioned, “These acts constitute your security! These acts
constitute your security!” (i.e. in spite of being so
meritorious as well). This is a divine formula from our Nabi
salallahu alayhi wasallam
to maintain and improve our spiritual condition after Ramadan. By
firmly practicing on this hadith, we will be secure against the wicked
schemes of Shaytan forever.
[Sahih Muslim #251]
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