Eid-ul-Adha will be celebrated in India on the 21st of July. The Islamic organisations in the country made this announcement a few weeks ago. Eid-ul-Adha is the second major festival celebrated by Muslims in India. The first major festival is Eid-ul-Fitr. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramzan during which people follow various religious practices like holy fasting. Whereas, Eid-ul-Adha which is also known as Bakra Eid or Bakrid is celebrated to conclude the annual Hajj pilgrimage made by Islamic devotees.
History of the festival:
According to Islamic beliefs, the history behind the festival dates back to when Prophet Ibrahim kept having a recurring dream of slaughtering his beloved son, Ismael so as to fulfil the wishes of God. Ibrahim realised that this was the command of God and communicated the same to his son, Ismael. Ismael, who was equally a devotee of God, agreed to sacrifice himself so that his father could comply with the wishes of God. Shaitan tried to convince Ibrahim to not perform the act and prevent him from fulfilling the wishes of God, but he failed.
God was impressed with the devotion and dedication from the father and son duo of Ibrahim and Ismael sent Jibreel bearing a sheep for the slaughter. Jibreel informed Ibrahim that God appreciated the devotion and love towards him and had sent this particular sheep for sacrifice instead of his son. This is the reason behind cattle sacrifice being a major part of the celebrations of Eid-ul-Adha.
Muslims around the world offer Namaz at a mosque after the sun has risen completely and just before it enters ‘Zuhr’ time (mid-day prayer time). Following the offering of Namaz, the Imam offers a Sermon or Khutbah. The celebrations continue throughout the day which includes eating delicious food, doing some charity and sharing the joy of the festivities with family, relatives and friends.
Bakrid Mubarak wishes and messages
“May Allah bless you with
A beautiful feast of Sacrifice
on this auspicious day of Eid ul-Adha”
Happy Bakra Eid 2019
“Eid spreads the message of brotherhood and togetherness.
May Allah bless you and bring happiness in Life.”
Eid Mubarak!
Feel the magic of Eid around you and know that the grace of God is always with you. You’ll always be surrounded by love and care. Happy Eid UL Adha!
“May the magic of this Eid bring lots of happiness in your life and may you celebrate it with all your close friends and may it fill your heart with wonders.”
Eid Mubarak
May Allah flood your life with happiness on this occasion, your heart with love, your soul with spiritual, your mind with wisdom, wishing you a very Happy Eid.
All the very best wishes for you and your family, May Allah grant you a harmonious and prosperous life! A very warm Eid Ul Adha Mubarak.
“No shadows to depress you. Only joys to surround you. Allah himself to bless you. These are my wishes for you. Today tomorrow and every day”
Eid Mubarak!
