Eid al-Adha, which translates to "festival of sacrifice", is a four-day celebration, which falls on the tenth day of the 12th month of the Islamic lunar calendar, known as Dhu al-Hijjah. Islam 31 Jul 2020 Muslims around the world have begun celebrating the annual festival of Eid al-Adha - the Festival of Sacrifice - which falls on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the 12th and last month Eid-al-Adha (June 16-20, 2024) Eid-al-Adha is known by different names- Eid-al-Adha, Hari Raya Haji, Bakra Eid, Feast of Sacrifice etc. This festival has the utmost importance for Muslims as it lasts for nearly four days. The history of Eid-al-Adha dates back to the willingness of the Prophet to sacrifice everything for God. Eid al-Adha is the second holiday for Muslims after Eid al-Fitr (which occurs at the end of Ramadan). I never really understood the importance of the holiday until I became an adult. Today, I typically fast the day before Eid al-Adha and break my fast at sundown, which is when the celebration begins. Soon, Muslims from across the world will be celebrating Eid Al Adha. This Eid is one of the most important festivals on the Muslim calendar, along with Eid Al Fitr. SEE ALSO: 35 Free Things to do in Dubai with Kids. What is Eid Al Adha? Eid Al Adha is known as the "Feast of the Sacrifice". It is considered as the Greater Eid. Eid al-Fitr (popularly known as Eid or Ramadan Eid) marks the end of the sacred fasting month of Ramzan when people fast from dawn to dusk, recite the Holy Quran and spend the day offering prayers to Allah. It is also called the Festival of Breaking the Fast while Eid al-Adha is the Festival of Sacrifice. Read on to know more about the festival. .

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