Eid ul adha

 Eid -ul - adha

Eid ul-Adha, also known as the "Festival of Sacrifice" or "Greater Eid," is one of the two major Islamic festivals celebrated worldwide. The other festival is Eid ul-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting.

Eid ul-Adha is observed on the 10th day of the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah, following the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. It commemorates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. According to Islamic tradition, just as Ibrahim was about to sacrifice his son, God provided a ram as a substitute.

The festival is a time of great significance and joy for Muslims. It is a day of communal prayer, family gatherings, feasting, and charitable acts. Muslims begin the day by performing a special congregational prayer called the Eid prayer, which is usually held in mosques or large open areas. After the prayer, people greet each other with the phrase "Eid Mubarak," which means "Blessed Eid."

One of the central rituals of Eid ul-Adha is the sacrifice of an animal, typically a goat, sheep, cow, or camel. This act symbolizes Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son and serves as a reminder of the importance of selflessness, obedience, and devotion to God. The meat from the sacrificed animal is divided into three parts: one-third is kept for the family, one-third is shared with relatives and friends, and one-third is given to the poor and needy.

Eid ul-Adha is a time for Muslims to come together, strengthen familial bonds, and demonstrate compassion towards others, particularly those who are less fortunate. It is also a time of reflection on the values of sacrifice, faith, and submission to God's will.

Please note that specific cultural practices and traditions surrounding Eid ul-Adha may vary across different regions and communities within the Muslim world

Eid al-Adha
Calligraphic fragment dated to 1729–30 displaying blessings for Eid al-Adha in Arabic
Official name	Eid al-Adha
Observed by	Muslims
Type	Islamic
Significance	Commemoration of Abraham (Ibrahim)'s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to a command from God End of the annual Hajj to Mecca
Observances	Eid prayers, animal slaughter, charity, social gatherings, festive meals,
Begins	10 Dhu al-Hijja
Ends	13 Dhu al-Hijja
Date	10 Dhu al-Hijjah
2023 date	June 28 - July 1 [1]
2024 date	June 16 – June 19 [2]
First time	622 AD
Related to	Hajj; Eid al-Fitr

In the Islamic lunar calendar, Eid al-Adha falls on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijja and lasts for four days. In the international (Gregorian) calendar, the dates vary from year to year, shifting approximately 11 days earlier each year.