Eid-al-Ghadeer Flashcards
~SHI'A FESTIVAL~
When is Eid-al-Ghadeer celebrated?
18th day of Dhul-Hijjah
Dhul-Hijjah is an Islamic month
What is Eid-al-Ghadeer celebrating?
The day where Muhammad delievered his last sermon
Who do Shi’a Muslims believe Muhammad appointed on Eid-al-Ghadeer?
Ali ibn Abi Talib
What do Shi’as believe Muhammad appointed Ali as?
As Muhammad’s successor
How do Sunnis view Ali?
They believe Muhammad was calling respected but not the successor
Therefore, they don’t celebrate Eid-al-Ghadeer
To celebrate…
What do Shi’as do in the early morning?
Take a full bath
What do Shi’as complete as part of the celebration?
Specific supplications
Specific prayers at mosque
What is often narrated in mosques for Eid-al-Ghadeer?
The account of the event as a reminder
What do Shi’as re-affirm?
Re-affirm their commitment to Ali; their first Imam
Celebratory ____________ and ____________ are given
Celebratory meals and presents are given
Do Sunnis celebrate Eid-al-Ghadeer?
No
