Eid al-Adha 2023: Celebrations and Messages

Eid al-Adha, the holier of the two Eid festivals observed by Muslims, is set to begin on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, following the Day of Arafat on Tuesday. The festival lasts for four days and commemorates the story of the prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son. Traditionally, an animal is sacrificed and divided into three parts, with one part given to the poor, one to the immediate family, and one reserved for relatives. The phrase "Eid Mubarak" is used to greet fellow Muslims during both Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, translating to "blessed celebration" or "happy Eid."