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Date of the waxing gibbous moon of the 12th month of the Islamic Lunar calendar.
Date of the waxing gibbous moon of the 12th month of the Islamic Lunar calendar.
Observed annually by millions of Muslims worldwide, Eid al-Adha, known as the "Festival of Sacrifice", is an Islamic holiday honouring unwavering devotion, faith, and charity.
Observed annually by millions of Muslims worldwide, Eid al-Adha, known as the "Festival of Sacrifice", is an Islamic holiday honouring unwavering devotion, faith, and charity.
Commemorating the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God, the observance also coincides with the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. The day is characterised by communal prayers, the wearing of new clothes, and the traditional Qurbani, the sacrifice of a livestock animal. In a demonstration of equality and provision, the meat is equitably divided into three parts: one for the family, one for friends and relatives, and one distributed directly to the poor to ensure no one goes hungry.
Commemorating the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God, the observance also coincides with the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. The day is characterised by communal prayers, the wearing of new clothes, and the traditional Qurbani, the sacrifice of a livestock animal. In a demonstration of equality and provision, the meat is equitably divided into three parts: one for the family, one for friends and relatives, and one distributed directly to the poor to ensure no one goes hungry.
Prioritising these acts of profound generosity and reflection serves as an opportunity to strengthen community bonds, foster global solidarity, and celebrate the enduring human values of selflessness and compassion.
Prioritising these acts of profound generosity and reflection serves as an opportunity to strengthen community bonds, foster global solidarity, and celebrate the enduring human values of selflessness and compassion.
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