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Eid al-Adha ( Arabic: عيد الأضحى ʿĪd al-ʾAḍḥā [ˈʕiːd æl ˈʔɑdˤħæː], "Feast of the Sacrifice") or the Feast of Sacrifice is the second and the largest [ clarification needed(see talk)] of the two main holidays celebrated in Islam (the other being Eid al-Fitr). It honours the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son, either Isaac or Ismail, as an act of obedience to God's command. However, before Abraham could sacrifice his son in the name of God, and because of his willingness to do so, God provided him with a lamb to sacrifice in his son's place. In commemoration of this intervention, animals are ritually sacrificed. The meat of the sacrificed animal is divided into three portions: one part of the meat is consumed by the family that offers the animal, one portion is for friends and relatives, while the rest of the meat is distributed to the poor and the needy. Sweets and gifts are given, and extended family members typically visit and are welcomed. [10] The day is also sometimes called the Greater Eid (or Eid Al-Kabeer). [11] DeCuir, Amaarah (2 May 2022). "More U.S. public schools close for Islamic holiday Eid al-Fitr". UPI.com . Retrieved 19 April 2023. The Eid prayer is performed by the congregation in an open area such as a field, community center, or mosque. [17] No call to prayer is given for this Eid prayer, and it consists of only two units of prayer, with a variable amount of Takbirs and other prayer elements depending on the branch of Islam observed. The Eid prayer is followed by the sermon and then a supplication asking for God's forgiveness, mercy, peace and blessings for all living beings across the world. The sermon also instructs Muslims as to the performance of rituals of Eid, such as the zakat. [20] The sermon of Eid takes place after the Eid prayer, unlike Friday prayer which comes first before prayer. Some imams believe that listening to the sermon at Eid is optional. [21] After the prayers, Muslims visit their relatives, friends, and acquaintances or hold large communal celebrations in homes, community centers, or rented halls. [17] Many Muslims often bring prayer rugs to the Mosque on Eid al-Fitr. Sunni procedure [ edit ] In the Ivory Coast, Eid is a large feast among Muslims. The celebration lasts between two and ten days depending on region. [59] Central Asia [ edit ] Tajikistan [ edit ] Cussen, V.; Garces, L. (2008). Long Distance Transport and Welfare of Farm Animals. CABI. p.35. ISBN 978-1845934033.What food is eaten during the Muslim festival of Eid al-Fitr?". Independent.co.uk. 23 May 2020. Archived from the original on 14 January 2021 . Retrieved 12 May 2021. a b "Μουσουλμάνοι & ΚΛΙΜΑΚΑ: ΗΘΗ ΚΑΙ ΕΘΙΜΑ ΤΩΝ ΕΛΛΗΝΩΝ ΜΟΥΣΟΥΛΜΑΝΩΝ– ΜΕΡΟΣ Α' " (in Greek). mousoulman-klimaka.blogspot.gr. Archived from the original on 16 August 2016 . Retrieved 5 July 2016. In many countries, the start of any lunar Hijri month varies based on the observation of new moon by local religious authorities, so the exact day of celebration varies by locality. Palestinians and Jordanians, decorate their homes and prepare sumptuous meals for family and friends. They prepare new clothes and shoes for the festival. Eid festivities in Palestine and Jordan may vary culturally depending on the region, but one common thread in all celebrations is generosity and hospitality. It is a common Palestinian Jordanian tradition for families to gather at the patriarchal home after the Eid prayers. Before the special Eid meal is served, young children will line up in front of each adult family member, who dispense money as gifts to the children. Jordanians would also hang fanous lanterns. [25] No Mass Eid Prayers but Festive Spirit Alive – Ethiopian Monitor". Ethiopianmonitor.com. 24 May 2020. Archived from the original on 12 May 2021 . Retrieved 17 December 2021.

a b Lidasan, Mussolini S. (10 June 2019). "To Eid or not to Eid, again". SunStar Cagayan de Oro. Archived from the original on 15 January 2020 . Retrieved 15 January 2020. Russian Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr marking the end of Ramadan". TASS. Archived from the original on 10 May 2021 . Retrieved 9 May 2021. See also: Culture of Bangladesh, Public holidays in Bangladesh, Bengali culture, and Bengali Muslims National Eidgah of Bangladesh decorated in the occasion of Eid Quran 5:114 - The Clear Quran— Jesus, son of Mary, prayed, "O Allah, our Lord! Send us from heaven a table spread with food as a feast for us—the first and last of us—and as a sign from You. Provide for us! You are indeed the Best Provider." Chatterjee, Priyadarshini (23 May 2020). "The Indian Eid feast goes beyond biryani and sevaiyan". mint . Retrieved 18 April 2022.

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The meat from the sacrificed animal is preferred to be divided into three parts. The family retains one-third of the share; another third is given to relatives, friends, and neighbors; and the remaining third is given to the poor and needy. [36] Abraham prepared to submit to the will of God and to slaughter his son as an act of faith and obedience to God. [18] During the preparation, Iblis (Satan) tempted Abraham and his family by trying to dissuade them from carrying out God's commandment, and Abraham drove Iblis away by throwing pebbles at him. In commemoration of their rejection of Iblis, stones are thrown during Hajj rites at symbolic pillars, symbolising the place at which Iblis tried to dissuade Abraham. [19] Elias, Jamal J. (1999). Islam. Routledge. p.75. ISBN 978-0-415-21165-9. Archived from the original on 10 June 2016 . Retrieved 24 October 2012. Hewer, Chris (2006). Understanding Islam: The First Ten Steps. SCM Press. p. 111. ISBN 978-0334040323. he Gregorian calendar.