Preparing for Hari Raya: After a month of fasting, Muslims celebrate Hari Raya as a day

of their victory.

A THREAD : Aidilfitri Preparation

By: SYASYA NABILAH BINTI MAHADI

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Hari Raya Aidilfitri is not just about eating after after a long period of abstinence. Here is
what you should know about this special holiday. Also known as Hari Raya Puasa, is
the festival of Eid Al-Fitri, celebrating victory over the fleshly body after a month-long
period of abstinence. This sacred day falls on the first day of 10th month of the Islamic
calendar ( the Hijrah calendar ), when all who have been obedient and hungry come out
of their houses to enjoy a day of feasting, communion and celebration.

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There is no doubt that when Eid Al-Fitri arrives, all Muslims in Malaysia will be busy
preparing food, clothes and house decorations, but sadly, some people may be unable
to purchase Eid Al-Fitri things owing to the comparatively high cost over time. Usually
they will prepared Eid Al-Fitri decorations such as raya ornaments like colourful lights,
fireworks and more. Spend some time with your family creating custom greeting cards,
home decor or Raya money envelopes.

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According to Adun Wadeng, 42, my uncle who are staying at Thailand and been
working there, he expressed his excitement for the time he will spend planning Aidilfitri
this year to spend well. He really excited to meet with the other relatives and siblings
from far away. He also tells about the unique things about his village, which is it nears
with a beach, resort and river. Other than that, he states that the villagers is very kind
towards each other and always lend their hand whenever the others have a problem.
In addition, he tells about the activities at their village on Hari Raya. First thing first, he
tells about everyone gathering on the mosque for Solat Hari Raya. After that, he also
tells about next activity which is shaking hands with family and saying sorry for their
wrongdoings. Then, the most important activity on Hari raya is giving money during Hari
Raya because it is a practise that complements the celebration and is done as a way to
show kindness and charity. In addition to family members who are unable to visit their
hometown, others will donate Raya money online or through qr code.

After that, he tells about some meals served during Hari Raya such as ketupat,rendang,
lemang and dodol. The meals are only made or eaten during the holiday, which makes
them even more unique. Muslims naturally look forward to all the food available during
the month of Eid Al-Fitri after fasting for a whole month.

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Meanwhile, Ahmad Aqil Mat Rasdhi, a 21-year-old Degree Students at Uitm Shah Alam,
tells about his long journey to his village. He tells his experience driving from Uitm Shah
Alam to his village which is located at Kota Bharu, Kelantan. He said that usually he will
drive for about 7 or 8 hours but when it comes for a holiday, it will takes like 9 hours to
arrive at his village.

16 APRIL 2023 - While he drive, there was a tree falling down because of a strong wind
and heavy rain on his way to Kelantan. So, the road is congested because of the tree.
After some people near the road comes and help to lift the tree, everyone can continue
their journey to the village.

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3 PM - He arrived at his village, Kota Bharu, Kelantan after a long journey from 6 AM in
the morning. After he arrives, he helps his mother to clean up their house for Aidilfitri
Preparation. Furthermore, he also tells about his morning routine on Hari Raya which is
wearing baju melayu and get ready to go to the mosque. Then, he and his family will
visiting their cousins and grandparents.
Lastly, he sincerely want to give some advices for everyone who will celebrating Hari
Raya especially for kids. His advice for kids is they must not playing firecrackers too
much because it is dangerous for them since there are many cases that happened and
causes injuries to them. His advice for adult is they need to buy groceries and some
Hari Raya stuff early so they will not be late and rushing to prepare some foods for
relatives that coming to their house.

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Last but not least, family and friends have the chance to rekindle and develop ties
during this time. Our elders must be asked for forgiveness, we must atone for all of our
wrongdoings. As an added bonus, use this time to treasure, cherish and spend quality
time with your loved ones.

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