Maldives celebrates Eid ul-fitr
19 Aug 2012, 1:26 PM
Daniel Bosley
Dr Mohamed Iyaz Abdul Latheef conducted prayers before a huge congregation in Male’ this morning, as thousands of Maldivians joined fellow Muslims across the globe in celebrating Eid ul-fitr (the festivity of breaking the fast).
Up to 50,000 people were reported to have attended the ceremony in the stadium area on Ameenee Magu at 7:00am.
The area, more commonly used for games of football, was prepared to accommodate male worshippers, whilst provisions were made for female worshippers in the adjoining track area.
During the 20 minute sermon, the Imam advised young people to be steadfast in their prayers and to avoid the intellectual war with which they are faced, reported local media.
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