Eid-al-Adha Flashcards
What does “Eid-al-Adha” translate to?
Festival of Sacrifice
What does Eid-al-Adha demonstrate?
A Muslim’s willingness to make sacrifices for Allah
What is Eid-al-Adha an opportunity to be?
Thankful to Allah for his provision
How many days does Eid-al-Adha last?
Up to three days
Depending on the country in which it’s celebrated
What time is Eid-al-Adha a reminder of?
When Allah provided a lamb for Ibrahim to sacrifce, instead of Ishma’il
Ishma’il was Ibrahim’s son
What do Muslims do in preparation for Eid-al-Adha?
An animal is selected for sacrifice, Muslims dress up
What do Muslims say as they slaughter the animal for Eid-al-Adha?
In Arabic: “In the name of God, God is the greatest.”
What begins Eid-al-Adha?
Prayers (usually) at the mosque
A khutbah by the imam
Id prayers (may) be o
What does the Imam deliver during Eid-al-Adha?
A khutbah
(Sermon)
What may be offered in an open-air gathering space during Eid-al-Adha?
Id prayers offered in an Musalla
What may children and some family/friends recieve during Eid-al-Adha?
Presents, cards
How do Muslims greet each other for Eid-al-Adha?
“Id Mubarak”
Who goes to Id prayers during Eid-al-Adha?
Men, women and children
What happens once the animal has been sacrificed on Eid-al-Adha?
Meat is divided in three parts:
1/3 for family, 1/3 for friends, 1/3 for poor/needy
What does Eid-al-Adha help to create?
The Ummah
Through gathering together for prayers and distribution of the meat
