How long is Eid al-Adha 2023?

Eid-Ul-Adha (Eid al-Adha), also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” or Bakrid is one of the most significant Islamic holidays celebrated worldwide.  It marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimageto the holy city of Mecca and commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ishmael as an act of obedience to Allah. It falls on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the twelfth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and lasts for four days.

The festival of Eid-Ul-Adha commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of obedience to Allah’s command. As Prophet Ibrahim prepared to carry out the sacrifice, Allah intervened and replaced Ismail with a sheep, which was sacrificed instead. Therefore, Muslims around the world sacrifice an animal, typically a sheep or goat, to remember this event.

The Holy Islamic festival is a joyous occasion that celebrates the faith and unity of the Muslim community. It is a time for reflection, giving, and coming together with loved ones to express gratitude and celebrate the blessings of Allah.