Hindustan Times (Lucknow)

EID IS A TIME TO COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS AND THANK THE ALMIGHTY

- Jaya Kumar (Inner Voice comprises contributi­ons from our readers.) The views expressed are personal innervoice@hindustant­imes.com

There’s something about festivitie­s. The feeling of oneness and affection that spreads rapidly in the air is hard to escape. Here’s recalling some lovely Eid memories. Having completed my higher studies from a Muslim university, it was a wonderful firsthand experience to cherish the beautiful culture of celebratin­g the pious festival. Many years have passed by since then, but I still feel the joy and enjoy the festivity associated with it.

Eid is the time of thanksgivi­ng to the Almighty to bless all human beings; the time to cherish the oneness and togetherne­ss of our warmth and affection. The piousness of the festival has a special significan­ce. Everyone comes together with more positivity, leaving behind the worries of their everyday life. It is the time to share with all those around you, with utmost respect and trust in humanity. Eid is the time to value everything we have been blessed with.

The teachings associated with every holy festival bring to us one big lesson of life. That is to ‘be human’ first, and to walk towards and on the path of personal enrichment of thoughts and actions through prayers for a better life for everyone. Let us enjoy the celebratio­ns of Eid with the closeness of our family and friends. Let us remember the beauty of our cultural diversity and the purity of togetherne­ss as one.

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