Muslim celebrations and commemorations Flashcards
Why are commemorations important for Muslims today?
Increases faith – be inspired by remembering people in history
Uniting the ummah – Muslims celebrate all around the world.
Show commitment to Allah
Id-Ul-Adha – remembers story of Ibrahim and Ismail
Ibrahim had a dream where he sacrificed his son Ismail.
Ismail was prepared to die.
God stopped Ibrahim from doing it but praised them both for their dedication to him.
Id ul Adha celebrates – obedience and devotion to Allah.
Celebrated 10 weeks after end of Hajj –started by Prophet Muhammad.
Id-Ul-Adha – what happens?
Cattle and sheep sacrificed – meat shared out among the poor
Families go to mosque – special prayers and sermon.
Say “id Mubarak” to one another – shows unity.
Id-ul-Fitr – end of Ramadan
Started by the Prophet Muhammad.
Joyous occasion – Muslims thank Allah for getting them through Ramadan
Id-Ul-Fitr – what happens?
New clothes worn
Families go to mosque for prayers and sermon
Say “id Mubarak” to one another – shows unity.
Food enjoyed in homes and restaurants
Head of family gives money to less fortunate in society
Id-ul-Ghadeer – SHIA ONLY – When Ali was chosen to lead after Muhammad
“For whoever was regarded as leader, Ali will be the leader” HADITH
“today I have perfected your religion for you (in giving them Ali), completed my
blessing upon you, and chosen your religion as islam” QURAN
Id-Ul-Ghadeer – what happens?
Shia Muslims will fast
Meet at the mosque – recite poetry about the day
A day of happiness
Shia Muslims call it the “greatest Id”
Ashura – SHIA ONLY. Remembers the death of the Prophet’s grandson Hussain
Ashura – SHIA ONLY. Remembers the death of the Prophet’s grandson Hussain
Ashura – what happens?
Mosques and Muslims draped in black – symbolise mourning and grief
Muslims gather at the Mosque for 10 days.
Often visit Kerbala and the shrine of Hussain
Some Muslims self-flagellate (whip oneself) to express their grief
Some donate blood to the NHS in memory of Hussain.
