6 things you should know about 'Eid El-Kabir'

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September 22, 2015 1:40 PM

The essential part of the festival includes, Distribution of meat, Chanting of the 'Takbir' before Eid Prayers and after prayers throughout the days of Eid.

The Eid El-Kabir, Festival of sacrifice is one of the two Eid's celebrated annually by Muslims all over the world.

The Day is associated with giving, and happiness as it is celebrated as a result of Ibrahim's attempt to sacrifice his only son.

The essential part of the festival includes, Distribution of meat, Chanting of the 'Takbir' before Eid Prayers and after prayers throughout the days of Eid.

Families that cannot afford a livestock can contribute money to Mosques and charity organisations which will provide meat for those who are in need.

Here are 6 things you should know about the Eid El-Kabir festival;

1. It is also called Eid Al-Adha.

2. It usually comes after pilgrims 'Hajj'.

3. It honors the willing sacrifice of Ibrahim.

4. The day usually begins with Prayers, followed by exchange of gifts between family and friends.

5. The livestock killed is usually divided into 3 parts, one for the family, another for Friends/Neighbours, and the 3rd part to the needy

6. It is called 'ileya' which means 'Time to go home'.

There are only two Eid's annually, 'Eid El-Fitr' which comes after Ramadan and 'Eid El-Kabir' which comes after Hajj.

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