Eid of Light and Longing

The crescent rose; the night stood still
A whispered joy; a sacred thrill
Though hunger knocked and pockets sighed
Still we prayed; still we tried

Eid has come; the air is bright
A morning bathed in golden light
Children race with laughter free
In clothes that dance like poetry

The markets roared; the butchers grinned
The scent of spice and meat within
Some feast with plenty; some with few
Yet hearts are full where faith is true

Oh Allah; let this joy remain
Let ease be poured where once was pain
Let every home find peace to stay
And hunger fade; be swept away

For though this Ramadan was long
With trials deep and burdens strong
We stand today; still standing tall
For You O Lord; have blessed us all

So grant us wealth not just in gold
But in a heart that’s pure and bold
Let love increase; let tempers cease
Let every soul find lasting peace

And if today some tears still fall
If struggle knocks on any door
Then by Your grace; O Most Divine
Let better days be close behind

Eid Mubarak; near and far
No matter how tough the seasons are
For faith endures; for dawn still breaks
And in our hearts; hope never shakes