Every year, after one month of fasting,
Muslims celebrate Hari Raya Puasa which falls in the month of Syawal. All
Muslims celebrate the day with great joy. In the morning, they go to the mosque
to pray. Then, on returning home, they receive guests and relatives who come to
pay them a call.
Days before, the womenfolk make
many varieties of cakes, cookies and sweetmeats. They also cook 'rendang'
curries and prepare 'satay' to go with the 'ketupat'. Homes are decorated with
many coloured lights all over the garden. Small lamps are lit and placed along
the driveway.
On Hari Raya Day, many Malaysians
visit their Muslim friends to share their joy. They receive warm hospitality
and are entertained to a feast of specially prepared food. Boys and girls wear
new clothes and shoes. Girls wear jewellery and boys new 'songkoks'.
The town is usually crowded with
Muslims dressed gaily and going about. They visit their friends and relatives
while some go to the cinemas or to the Lake Gardens. Many, however, go back to
their 'kampungs' to celebrate the festival with their parents. It is also a
time for family reunions. Everyone rejoices during this festive season.
by Mohd Azly
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