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1 The Islamic Center of Thailand
Suan Luang District, Bangkok
2 The congregation of Lah Mat on
Eid al-Fitr Day
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The Eid al-Fitr Day falls on the 1 day of the month of Shawwal (the 10 lunar
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month in Islamic calendar). It is the day of celebration to mark the end of fasting after the long
period of the Ramadan month. It is also called the “The Feast of Breaking the Fast.” Activities
on the day include Eid al-Fitr prayer, listening to Khutbah Speech, giving charity, having feast,
and visiting family and friends.
The Day of ‘Arafah’
The Day of ‘Arafah’ falls on the 9 day of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah (the 12 lunar
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month in Islamic Calendar.) It is the day when Hajj pilgrims assemble together on the plain of
Arafah . For Muslims who do not attend the Hajj pilgrimage, they are to fast on that day.
The Day of ‘Eid al-Adha’
The Eid al-Adha Day falls on the 10th day of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah. It is the
day of the feast to celebrate the return of the Hajj pilgrims from the plain of Arafah. On that day,
there are Eid al-Adha prayer and animal sacrifice.
The day of ‘Ashura’
The day of ‘Ashura’ falls on the 10 day of the month of Muharram (the 1 lunar
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month in Islamic Calendar.) On this day Muslims must fast in atonement and ask for forgiveness
for sins committed, knowingly or unknowingly, during the year.
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