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Eid al-Adha is a major Islamic holiday commemorating Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son, celebrated with prayers, animal sacrifices, and communal festivities, with the date varying by country but always on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah.
Muslims in Sudan celebrated Eid al-Adha amidst ongoing violence, with heavy artillery and airstrikes heard in Khartoum state despite a ceasefire. Many people were too scared to attend outdoor prayers, opting to pray at home instead. Sudan has been in a 10-week war between the military and the Rapid Support Forces, resulting in over 500,000 people fleeing the country and 2.2 million displaced internally. The number of casualties is difficult to determine, but it is believed to be over 1,000. Additionally, many Sudanese are struggling to celebrate Eid due to financial difficulties caused by the conflict.
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."
Eid al-Adha is a Muslim holiday that commemorates Prophet Ibraham's devotion and obedience to Allah and marks the completion of the annual Holy Pilgrimage of Hajj. It involves prayer, the exchange of gifts, charitable giving, and feasting. Muslims practice the act of Udhiya, which involves the sacrifice of an animal such as a goat, lamb or cow and distributing the meat equally among one's family, relatives and friends, and the needy. Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th and last month of the Islamic Lunar Calendar, and is celebrated for three to four days in Muslim-majority countries.
The supreme leader of the Taliban, Hibatullah Akhundzada, released a message ahead of the Eid al-Adha holiday claiming that his government has taken necessary steps for the betterment of women's lives in Afghanistan, including protecting their Shariah rights and providing them with a comfortable and prosperous life. However, the Taliban have imposed harsh measures since seizing Afghanistan in August 2021, including barring women from public spaces and cracking down on media freedoms. Akhundzada reiterated his call for other countries to stop interfering in Afghanistan's internal affairs and condemned Israel's behavior toward the Palestinians.
The supreme leader of the Taliban, Hibatullah Akhundzada, released a message ahead of the Eid al-Adha holiday claiming that his government has taken necessary steps for the betterment of women's lives in Afghanistan, including protecting their Shariah rights and providing them with a comfortable and prosperous life. However, the Taliban have imposed harsh measures since seizing Afghanistan in August 2021, including barring women from public spaces and cracking down on media freedoms. Akhundzada also reiterated his call for other countries to stop interfering in Afghanistan's internal affairs.
Palestinian fatteh, a dish made by soaking torn pieces of bread in broth and garnished with meat, vegetables or legumes, is a staple in Arab households and reflects the spirit of sharing and communal dining. The dish has evolved over time and is known by different names across various Arab countries. As Eid Al Adha approaches, fatteh becomes a hallmark of the holiday’s ethos of sharing, communal feasting and unity. The continual reinvention of traditional meals mirrors how we ourselves continue to move forward even as we cherish our past.
The moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, marking the beginning of Dhul Hijjah 1444 month and deciding the date for Eid al-Adha 2023. Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah month, which will fall on June 28 if the month starts from June 19. If the month starts from June 20, Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on June 29. The Islamic calendar is based on the cycles of the moon, and each month begins with the sighting of the new moon.