Eid al-Adha, known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. The festival involves special prayers, the ritual sacrifice of an animal (Qurbani), and the sharing of meat with family, friends, and the poor. It falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar.
Eid al-Adha 2027 is expected around May 17, 2027. The exact date depends on the sighting of the crescent moon.
Eid al-Adha is the Festival of Sacrifice, one of the two major Islamic holidays. It commemorates Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son and involves prayers, animal sacrifice (Qurbani), and charity.
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan (the month of fasting), while Eid al-Adha is the Festival of Sacrifice and coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage.
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