Eidi Rasam at Nca lahore

For many Muslims looking forward to the upcoming Eid celebrations, the tradition of Eidi is a source of great excitement. Eidi, also known as Eidiyya and Eidhi, is a practice where children and young family members are presented with cash by older relatives and family friends. This article weaves together multiple sources—including Islamic history, an Iranian legend, and a short story by a remarkable Indian writer—to offer a history of Eidi and its role in Eid celebrations.