INCHEON, SOUTH KOREA — Eid al-Fitr is often associated with solemnity in mosques, family gatherings, and delicious dishes prepared to celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan. However, for Ustaz Ihya Ulumudin, the Dai Ambassador of Dompet Dhuafa in Incheon, South Korea, this year’s Eid was different. He decided to combine tradition with adventure, exploring the streets of Incheon on a scooter, gaining an unforgettable and unique experience.
A Blend of Tradition and Adventure
For Ustaz Ihya, Eid al-Fitr is a time to celebrate victory after a month of fasting. However, in a predominantly non-Muslim country with travel limitations, he chose to enrich his Eid experience by exploring Incheon. Boldly accompanied by congregants of Al Anwar Mosque, he rode a scooter through the streets filled with history and beauty.
Exploring the Beauty of Incheon City
With distinctive helmets and a blazing spirit of adventure, Ustaz Ihya and the congregation roamed the streets of Incheon City. They traversed stunning bridges, navigated bustling traditional markets, greeted blooming sakura in City Park, and enjoyed the serene beauty of the coastline. Every corner of Incheon City presented new wonders that added excitement to their adventure.
Celebrating Diversity in the Festivity of Eid al-Fitr
Despite being far from their homeland and families, Ustaz Ihya didn’t feel alone on Eid al-Fitr day. He celebrated unity and brotherhood by visiting the local Muslim community in Incheon City. Together, they organized small gatherings, shared traditional Eid dishes, and reminisced about the customs that unite them despite their diverse cultural backgrounds.
Message of Harmony and Unity
Exploring Incheon on a scooter during Eid al-Fitr delivers an important message of harmony and unity. Despite coming from diverse cultural backgrounds, Ustaz Ihya finds strength in diversity. He builds bridges of friendship amidst differences, demonstrating that within diversity, we can find strength to support each other and celebrate life together.
Through this meaningful adventure, Ustaz Ihya not only celebrates Eid al-Fitr uniquely but also inspires others to explore the world around them. By combining tradition and adventure, he shows that diversity is a richness to be celebrated, and through unity, we can achieve peace and happiness together.
Eid al-Fitr 1445 H | Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Ustaz Ihya Ulumudin, Dai Ambassador of Dompet Dhuafa 2024