Hari Raya History In Singapore

 


Hari Raya Puasa marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. In the Muslim world, it is a time for repentance, as well as for relatives and friends to strengthen their bonds. Hari Raya Puasa is celebrated with new clothes, beautifully decorated homes, and invitations exchanged between friends and family. Not to mention the popular Hari Raya cookies in Singapore.

Hari Raya Puasa is celebrated on the first day of the Islamic calendar's tenth month. Because Hijrah is based on the lunar calendar, the dates of Hari Raya Puasa vary from year to year. The first day of the Islamic New Year is not to be confused with Hari Raya Puasa.

Hari Raya Puasa, also known as Hari Raya Aidilfitri or Eid-Al-Fitr Day, is a major festival celebrated by Muslims all over the world to mark the end of Ramadan, including Singapore.

Ramadan is regarded as the most holy month of the year. During this time, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, not eating or drinking. Fasting is one of Islam's five pillars, so Muslims are encouraged to meditate and reflect during this month to cleanse and strengthen their faith.

Eid-Al-Fitr falls on the first day of the tenth month, Syawal, at the end of Ramadan. Eid is a triumphant and celebratory day that acknowledges a person's victory in exercising self-control and command over his impulses. In Malay, the festival is known as "Hari Raya," which means "major (or grand) day of rejoicing."

The first day after Ramadan is packed with activities. Muslims will go to the mosque on Hari Raya Puasa morning to recite special prayers to mark the end of the month-long fast. Other customs include asking elders for forgiveness and paying visits to relatives and associates.

Many Muslims begin their pilgrimages by apologising to their parents for wrongdoings committed the year before. While it is not compulsory for Muslims to visit cemeteries during Hari Raya, many do so in memory of loved ones who have died. They will also partake in Hari Raya cookie feasts in Singapore.

In Singapore, Hari Raya Puasa is observed as a public holiday. Muslims commemorate this day by feasting on a variety of delectable foods. Beef rendang, ketupat (rice cake wrapped in coconut leaf), and lontong (a spicy beef dish similar to a dry curry) will be available (rice cake immersed in coconut gravy). Hari Raya cookies Singapore, cakes, and pineapple tarts will also be available.


Lampu colok, a small handcrafted kerosene lamp, was once used to illuminate homes. Decorative, flickering lights are popular right now.

Hari Raya Puasa was especially memorable in Singapore between 1996 and 1998 because it coincided with Chinese New Year. This was a significant step forward in Singapore's history of racial harmony. Singapore Hari Raya cookies complement Chinese New Year treats well.


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