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Muslims around the world will be celebrating Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice) this weekend, which commemorates the prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail in obedience to God’s command. The feast marks the end of Hajj (the sacred pilgrimage to Makkah which was established at the time of Ibrahim) and falls in the month of Dhul Hijah which is the final month of the Islamic calendar.Muslims around the world will be celebrating Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice) this weekend, which commemorates the prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail in obedience to God’s command. The feast marks the end of Hajj (the sacred pilgrimage to Makkah which was established at the time of Ibrahim) and falls in the month of Dhul Hijah which is the final month of the Islamic calendar.
Goat, sheep and camels are amongst the animals that will be sacrificed (qurbani) with their meat then shared amongst family and friends as well as donations to those in need.Goat, sheep and camels are amongst the animals that will be sacrificed (qurbani) with their meat then shared amongst family and friends as well as donations to those in need.
What will you be doing for this year’s three day Eid al-Adha, beginning on Friday evening? Are you planning to wear something special in celebration? Have you received any gifts from friends or family? Whatever you are doing we’d like to hear from you. What will you be doing for this year’s three day Eid al-Adha, beginning on Friday evening? Are you planning to wear something special in celebration? Have you received any gifts from friends or family? Whatever you are doing we’d like to hear from you. We’ll feature the best on the site.
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