Eid al-Fitr is a time of great celebration in the Muslim religion. Literally translated as the Festival of Fast-Breaking, it marks the completion of the month of Ramadan with a joyous three-day celebration of faith, family and great blessing. This holiday is also distinguished as the beginning of Shawwal, a month of great generosity and charitable giving.
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What better time to give a warm, colorful greeting card to a friend or loved one of this faith? Here are some ideas for Eid al-Fitr messages to suit a variety of people and scenarios!
For a Child
Children of the Muslim faith get special recognition and attention during the time of Eid al-Fitr. Make any Muslim child feel extra special with their own Eid al-Fitr.
- (For a small child) Eid al-Fitr. A magical holiday for a magical child. Have a day that’s as special as you are, little one.
- (For any child) You, dear child, are the future of our faith. Happy Eid al-Fitr.
- (For any child) The light. The magic. The faith. Eid al-Fitr is so new to young eyes—may you enjoy it!
- (For a teen) As you grow to become the future of our faith, may you savor memories of your youth—and especially of the Eid al-Fitr.
For a Loved One
Like any family holiday, Eid al-Fitr is a day best shared with the ones you truly love. Show them you care with some truly inspirational Eid al-Fitr greetings.
- (For a husband) The best part of Eid al-Fitr, dear husband, is the time I spend with you. Loving. Celebrating. Remembering. Let us honor the coming of another Eid al-Fitr hand in hand, and together.
- (For a wife) On this Eid al-Fitr, dear wife, I honor you as my queen. Celebrate the day that’s as beautiful as you are, in peace and love.
- (For a boyfriend/girlfriend) May this be one of many Eid al-Fitr holidays that we celebrate together—hand in hand and heart to heart.
- (For a boyfriend) On this Eid al-Fitr, my love, I am proud more than ever to honor you as the man of my life. I love you.
- (For a girlfriend) On this Eid al-Fitr, my love, I honor you as my princess. I love you.
- (For a sister or female friend) On this day of family spirit I honor you, my beautiful sister, as a glowing and positive presence in my life. Happy Eid al-Fitr!
- (For a brother or male friend) To a man whose strength, wisdom and dignity I never fail to honor—and emulate. Happy Eid al-Fitr!
- (For a parent) On this Eid al-Fitr, my revered one, I honor and respect you as the head of our family. You have earned my reverence and won my love—it is a privilege to spend this day with you.
- (For a grandparent) On this Eid al-Fitr I honor and revere you as a symbol of our family’s history and heritage. It is you, beloved elder, that truly holds the key to our faith—and to our hearts.
General—for anyone
Eid al-Fitr is a day filled with warmth and elation—share the faith with everyone at this special time, by way of a very special greeting card.
- Share the blessings. Share the memories. Share the warmth. Happy Eid al-Fitr.
- May this Eid al-Fitr be filled with love, light and total delight—have a most joyous day!
- Every Eid al-Fitr manages to be more magical and glorious than the last. May your day be the best ever!
- Ma sha’ Allah on this Eid al-Fitr!
For co-workers
If you work at a Muslim-owned business, you may wish to gift your most treasured work associates with some beautiful Eid al-Fitr greetings.
- (For a boss or coworker) On this Eid al-Fitr, I pause to pay homage to the incredible contributions that you bring to this workplace. Have a wonderful day!
For a Muslim friend
If you have a good friend of the Muslim faith—even if you do not share this particular faith—you can still express your appreciation of them and their beloved holiday.
- Today, my friend, I share your joy as you observe Eid al-Fitr. May your day be filled with love and magic.