Eid al-Adha — Festival of Sacrifice
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, is the greater of the two Islamic Eids and is celebrated on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah, and coincides with the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage.
Significance
The day of Eid al-Adha is described as the greatest day of the year. It is preceded by the Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah), whose fast expiates sins of two years. Millions of pilgrims gather at the plains of Arafah, while Muslims worldwide offer the Qurbani sacrifice.
Traditions & Worship
Muslims perform the Eid prayer then slaughter a sacrificial animal (sheep, goat, cow, or camel). The meat is divided into three parts: one for the family, one for relatives, and one for the poor. Takbir (glorification of Allah) is recited from Arafah until the last day of Tashreeq.