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As Ramadan comes to a close, the Muslim world prepares for the annual holiday of Eid-al-Fir, which translates to “the festival of breaking the fast.” Eid involves a series of celebrations and rituals, including various prayers called "salats," which are carried out by large groups of people. Zakat-al-Fitr is another important ritual during the holiday, when each family member, if they can, donates four double handfuls of food to charity. The date of the celebration is determined by the Islamic calendar and begins on the first sighting of the crescent moon, known as "Chaand Raat." Eid is a time to share meals, exchange hugs with family, friends, and the community, and visit the graves of dead relatives. During Eid, Muslims break their fast and indulge in sweeter foods, it is often referred to as the ‘Festival of Sweets.’ You can wish someone a happy Eid by saying “Eid Mubarak”, which translates to “have a blessed Eid”, or “Eid Saeed” which means “happy Eid.”