Muslims flock to Mosques across the world to perform Eid prayers, marking the auspicious occasion, which is one of the most significant festivals on the Muslim calendar. As Ibrahim was about to sacrifice his son, God intervened and gave him a sheep to kill instead.
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Eid al-Adha is also called the “Sacrifice Feast” or “Bakr-Eid” and itis the second of two Muslim holidays celebrated worldwide each year, and considered the holier of the two.
Goats are sacrificed, and divided into three parts: one part for the family, one part for relatives, and one part for the poor.
Indonesian Muslims in Jakarta started the day by offering prayers and slaughtering a variety animals for festival feasts.
The holiday continues for the next four days, and falls every year during the Muslim month of Dhu al-Hijjah, when Muslims perform the hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. The pilgrimage annually draws 2 million Muslims.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in an Ottawa-area mosque this morning extending his congratulations to those who’d completed the Hajj, and wishing all Canadian Muslims a happy holiday. On this day believers gather at a mosque for common prayer and sacrifice an animal to honor the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his only son. If you are searching Eid al-Adha Whatsapp Status, Quotes, Messages, Wishes, Greetings for whatsapp.
MUSLIMS in Cebu will offer prayers for peace and unity as they celebrate Eid’l Adha Monday, September 12.
Chief Rabbi Mirvis tweeted: “Eid Mubarak to all of our Muslim friends celebrating today”.
Hope that you are guided by your faith in the almighty and shine in his divine blessings.
And commitment of Allah’s orders.
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I wish you ALL a very happy and peaceful Eid.
