Muslims across the world are celebrating the festival of Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid), which is also known as Eid-al-Adha or Eid-ul-Adha. Eid al-Adha is celebrated on the tenth day of the Islamic month of Zul Hijjah and is celebrated for three days. The festival is celebrated with utmost joy and excitement. It is also referred to as the festival of sacrifice.
The celebration dates differ in different countries due to difference in geographical locations.
Eid al-Adha: Significance
This festival holds great significance for the Muslim community. According to the legend, in a test of faith and devotion for the God, Prophet Ibrahim got ready to sacrifice Ismail, his own son. Moved by this gesture, God sent the angel Jibra'il or Gabriel to replace his son with a goat. Muslims across the world celebrate Eid al-Adha each year to mark that day. People sacrifice male goats and wish each other on this auspicious day.
Eid al-Adha 2019 Celebrations in UAE
The Federal Authority of UAE has announced a four-day holiday for both public and private sectors between 9 and 12 August 2019. In UAE, Eid al-Adha will begin on 11 August this year.
Eid al-Adha 2019 Celebrations in Indonesia
The Ministry of Religious Affairs of Indonesia has confirmed that 2 August 2019 is the first day of Zul Hijjah, a month in the Islamic calendar and since Eid al-Adha falls on tenth day, it will begin on Sunday ie 11 August 2019.
Eid al-Adha 2019 Celebrations in Oman
In Oman, the holidays for Eid al-Adha 2019 will begin from 11 August and last till 15 August 2019 (Thursday) for the private sector, whereas for the public sector, holidays will last till 18 August, which is the next Sunday.
Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on 12 August in Oman.
Eid al-Adha 2019 Celebrations in India
Since the Moon was sighted on 2 August 2019 in Delhi, the festival of Eid Al Adha or Bakr-Id is to be celebrated on 12 August this year.
(With inputs from Khaleej Times)
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