As the Islamic world prepares for the upcoming festival of Eid Al Adha, the exact date of the celebration may vary from country to country depending on the sighting of the crescent Moon. While Saudi Arabia announced that the first day of Eid will be on June 16, Oman will mark the beginning of Dhul Hijjah on June 8 and celebrate Eid Al Adha on June 17. Stay updated on the latest news and developments surrounding the celebration by following KT on WhatsApp Channels.
Eid al-Adha: A festival of sacrifice, unity, and remembrance
Eid al-Adha is one of the most important religious holidays celebrated by Muslims around the world. It is a time of sacrifice, unity, and remembrance. The holiday commemorates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismail to God and the mercy of God in providing a ram to be sacrificed in Ismail's place.
The celebration of Eid al-Adha begins with the sighting of the new moon, which marks the start of the month of Dhul Hijjah. The first day of Eid is a public holiday in most Muslim-majority countries. On this day, Muslims attend prayers at mosques and pray for forgiveness and guidance. They also sacrifice animals, such as sheep, goats, and cows, and distribute the meat to the poor and needy.
Eid al-Adha is a time for Muslims to come together and celebrate their faith. It is a time to reflect on the sacrifices that they have made and to remember the blessings that they have received.
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The exact date of Eid al-Adha varies from year to year, as it is based on the lunar calendar. In 2023, Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on June 29th in Saudi Arabia and on June 30th in the United States.
Eid al-Adha commemorates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismail to God and the mercy of God in providing a ram to be sacrificed in Ismail's place.
Eid al-Adha is celebrated by attending prayers at mosques, sacrificing animals, and distributing the meat to the poor and needy. It is also a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate.
Some of the most popular Eid al-Adha traditions include:
* Wearing new clothes
* Exchanging gifts
* Eating traditional foods
* Visiting family and friends
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday that marks the end of the month of Ramadan, while Eid al-Adha is a holiday that commemorates the sacrifice of the Prophet Ibrahim. Eid al-Adha is generally considered to be a more important holiday than Eid al-Fitr.
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