How Do You Celebrate The Islamic Festival Of `Eid Al-Adha?
The Islamic festival of Eid Al-Adha, or “Festival of Sacrifice” follows close on the heels of the first Eid festival of the year, Eid Al-Fitr. The Arabic word “Adha” means “sacrifice”, having its root in the word ضحی, which also means “light” or “illumination”. After Ramadan, the month of Shawwaal ensues, in which most Muslims fast 6 days. This month is followed by Dhul Qa’dah, which is the month in which most of the Muslims who intend to perform Hajj, start their preparations for the trip, and eventually reach Saudi Arabia. After the month of Dhul Qa’dah, comes the month of “Dhul Hijjah”, which literally means, “Of the Hajj”. This is the month in which Muslims perform Hajj, which is closely linked to the global festival of Eid Al-Adha celebrated by other Muslims all over the world. On the tenth of Dhul Hijjah, pilgrims in Mina, Saudi Arabia, sacrifice an animal for the sake of All
