Sunnah of Eid Takbeer: Are You Doing Takbeer Correctly?
🌙 Introduction: More Than Just Words
The Sunnah of Eid Takbeer echoes joy across homes and masajid—Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illa Allah… But did you know that many of us unknowingly start or end it incorrectly?
In this blog post, we’ll walk you through:
- The authentic Sunnah format of the Takbeer
- The common additions or omissions that sneak in
- How to teach this correctly to children and families
And yes—we’ve included a free Roots Classroom Poster to help make learning easier and joyful!
📖 What is the Eid Takbeer?
The Eid Takbeer is a beautiful dhikr Muslims say during the days of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha to glorify Allah. It’s a practice rooted in the Sunnah and filled with meaning and gratitude.
But here’s the issue: Not all versions you hear are authentic.
Some are cultural additions, while others miss key phrases mentioned in authentic narrations.
🧠 Common Mistakes in Starting and Ending the Takbeer
❌ Mistake 1: Skipping the Proper Start
Many people begin with just “Allahu Akbar” once or twice, missing the established pattern from the companions and scholars.
✅ Correct Sunnah Opening:
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar
La ilaha illa Allah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillahil-hamd
This format is supported by authentic reports from Ibn Mas’ud, Ibn Abbas, and others.
❌ Mistake 2: Adding Non-Authentic Lines
Some versions include poetic phrases like “wa shukru lillah” or “wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.”
While these phrases are beautiful, they aren’t found in the authentic Eid Takbeer narrations.
✅ Stick to what was practiced by the Sahabah and documented by scholars of Hadith.
❌ Mistake 3: Not Ending on Praise
Ending with a rushed “Allahu Akbar” and stopping leaves out an essential part.
✅ The Takbeer ends with:
Wa lillahil-hamd — And to Allah belongs all praise.
This ending helps anchor our joy in gratitude and aligns with the spirit of Eid.
🎨 Roots Classroom Tool: Colorful Sunnah Takbeer Poster
To help students and families learn the authentic version, we’ve created a free printable poster showing the correct Takbeer in:
- Arabic (with harakat)
- Transliteration for non-Arabic readers
- English translation
Perfect for: - 📚 Class walls
- 🏠 Family prayer corners
- 🎒 Take-home activity sheets
👨👩👧 How to Teach the Correct Takbeer at Home or in Class
1. Listen Together
Play a recording of the Sunnah Takbeer and pause to explain key phrases.
Pro tip: Use child-friendly voices or nasheed-style recordings (without instruments).
2. Practice with Movement
Have students march around the classroom or home reciting it aloud—turn Takbeer into a memory game!
3. Spot the Sunnah Challenge
Read or play different versions and ask students to spot which ones are authentic.
🧭 The Roots Muslim School Philosophy: Sunnah of Eid Takbeer with Joy
At Roots, we believe Islamic learning should be joyful, accurate, and rooted in tradition. Teaching the Takbeer correctly isn’t just about “getting the words right”—it’s about passing down love for the Sunnah.
When children grow up saying what the Prophet ﷺ and his companions said, they build confidence and connection with authentic Islam.
📌 Final Thoughts: Sunnah is a Treasure, Not a Burden
This Eid, let’s do more than dress up and celebrate. Let’s revive the Sunnah of Eid Takbeer—and help our children love the words that the Sahabah loved.
The best Eid gift? A heart that echoes the Sunnah.
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