Tag : Festival of Sacrifice

This significant Islamic festival commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham's) unwavering devotion to Allah, demonstrated by his willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) in obedience to God's command. In recognition of his faith, Allah provided a ram to sacrifice instead. Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the "Festival of Sacrifice," is celebrated by Muslims worldwide and coincides with the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage. Traditions include performing the Eid prayer, sacrificing an animal (Qurbani), and distributing the meat among family, friends, and those in need.

Eid al-Adha, also recognized as the "Centenary of the Detriment", is an significant Islamic festival remembering the readiness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to detriment his son Ismail (Ismail) in obedience to God (Allah). It concurs with the close of the Hajj journey and involves the ritual sacrifice of an animal, usually a sheep, goat, cow or camel. The sacrificial meat is distributed among family, friends and the less fortunate. The holiday includes special prayers, social gatherings, and acts of charity, reflecting themes of faith, obedience, and community.