People usually gather for this Prayer early and sit beforehand reciting aloud the Takbir, which is a sunnah of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him).

There is no Adhan or Iqamah (the second call to Prayer) for the `Eid Prayer.

The Prayer itself consists of two rak`ahs, which the imam says aloud. Before the first rak`ah the imam raises his hands to his ears and says “Allahu Akbar” (Allah is Greatest) seven times. The congregants should raise their hands to their ears and repeat after him. Before the second rak`ah the imam says “Allahu Akbar” in the same way but only five times.

After the Prayer the congregants should sit and listen to the sermon. When it finishes, they should exchange greetings and wish each other a happy `Eid. There is usually some sort of celebration after the Prayers—such as sweets shared or games for the children—according to local custom.

`Eid Al-Fitr should be a happy time for all Muslims. In Muslim countries there are often special foods or customs associated with `Eid. Many converts adapt their old customs (such as holiday cookies and gifts for children) to `Eid, and there is nothing wrong with this as long as it is done in moderation and the focus remains on the spiritual meaning of `Eid.

The Time of Eid Salaah

1. The time of Eid Salaah begins just after sunrise and continues up to Zawaal.
2. No Nafil Salaah should be read before the Eid Salaah.
3. No Azaan or Iqaamah is given for Eid Salaah.

Method of Performing the Eid Salaah

1. Eid Salaah is Waajib. Both Eid Salaah consists of 2 Rakaah with Jamaah.
2. Make the Niyyah (intention) of reading 2 Rakaah behind the Imaam with 6 extra Takbeers. Refer to Hifz Syllabus.
3. Read the first Takbeer (Allahu Akbar) with the Imaam and fold your hands as in ordinary Salaah. Then read Thana.
4. The Imaam will then read two more Takbeers. For both these Takbeers, raise the hands and leave them at the side.
5. The Imaam will then read the third Takbeer. Raise the hands and fold them.
6. The Imaam will then read Surah Fatiha and a Surah, and complete the first Rakaah.
7. In the second rakaah, the Imaam will read the Surah Fatiha and a Surah. He will then read 3 extra Takbeers. At each Takbeer you will raise the hands and leave them at the side. After the fourth Takbeer, you must go into Ruku.
8. The rest of the Salaah follows.

The Eid Khutbah

1. The Khutbah of both the Eids is read after the Eid Salaah.
2. The Khutbah is Sunnah and it is Waajib to listen to them.
3. The Khutbah, which has two parts, is delivered by the Imaam.
4. There is a short break between the Khutbah.
5. During Khutbah, all talking or reading is forbidden.

The Difference Between Eid and Jummah Salaah

1. Jummah Salaah is Fard, while Eid Salaah is Waajib.
2. In Jummah, Khutbah is read before the Salaah, while in Eid, Khutbah is read after the Salaah.
3. Jummah Salaah has no extra Takbeers, while Eid Salaah has six extra Takbeers.
4. Jummah Salaah has Azaan and Iqaamah, while Eid Salaah has no Azaan and Iqaamah.
5. Jummah Salaah is performed after midday, while Eid Salaah is read before midday.