Muslims are honoured with two Eid occasions during the Islamic year. The first is Eid-ul-Fitr which symbolizes the finish of the Holy Month of Ramadan.
The second is Eid-ul-Azha, which is being celebrated among Muslims, is made obligatory on every capable Muslim.
There are the following significant facts about Eid-ul-Azha that every reader must know:
1) Eid ul-Azha is celebrated to honor and commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismael as per God’s order.
2) Eid ul-Azha takes place at the end of Hajj (the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia), one of the five pillars of Islam.
3) Eid prayers are significant prayers that take place during the first day of Eid to kick things off.
4) During Eid ul-Azha, Muslims dress in their finest attire, and those who can afford to sacrifice an entire halal animal often a sheep or a cow, and in some regions a camel and donate the meat to neighbors and those who are less fortunate.
5) The meat is divided into three parts: the family keeps one-third; another third is given to relatives, friends, and neighbors; and the last part is given to those in need.
