Eid-ul-Zuha, also known as Eid-ul-Adha In Arabic and Bakra-Eid or Bakrid in India, will be celebrated today on 21st July. The word Idis is derived from Arabic meaning ‘festival’ and zuha comes from uzaiyya which means ‘sacrifice’. The day is quite significant for Muslims as it is celebrated to commemorate the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim, who voluntarily agreed to kill his son on the orders of God. is celebrated with great enthusiasm among Muslim communities around the world. They go to mosques to pray or offer prayers for peace and prosperity.
They also sacrifice animals known as Qurbani and distribute them among the poor.
History and significance of this day
The history of this Eid-ul-Zuha dates back 4,000 years, when Prophet Ibrahim saw Allah in a dream asking him to love him the most. According to legends, the prophet was about to sacrifice his son Isaac when an angel appeared and stopped him from doing so. He told her that God is convinced of his love for her and hence, she should never give up human life in the name of God.
The story of Isaac’s sacrifice was first mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, written around the 8th to 1st centuries BCE. Abraham is believed to be the ancestor of Prophet Muhammad, who lived about 4000 years ago.
It is the most important of the two Eid festivals and hence, it is known as the “Greater Eid”. The festival also marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca. The festivities last for two to three days. Celebrations include getting together, feasting, donating and giving gifts to each other.
When is Eid-ul-Zuha celebrated?
According to the Islamic lunar calendar, it is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah. The dates depend on the sighting of the moon. This year it will be celebrated on 21st July.
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