Festival of Sacrifice

Who Celebrates Eid Al-Adha? Muslims  (pronounced MŌŌS–lim) 1st syllable rhymes with puss like “Puss in Boots” Religion: Islam (pronounced is-LAM)  “Kiss LAMB” minus the K ☺ Muslims come from every country and culture

Islamic Holiday of Eid Al-Adha One of two Islamic Holidays 3 day holiday Qur’an (Koor·AHN) holy book, told Muslims to celebrate

When is Eid Al Adha? Starts on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th and last month of the lunar Islamic calendar Gregorian calendar follows a solar schedule (so Eid is about 10 days earlier each year)

Prophet Ibrahim lived over 4,000 years ago in what is known as the Beccah valley in present day Saudi Arabia.

Muslims believe the Prophet Ibrahim was told by Allah (God) in a series of dreams to sacrifice his only beloved son, Isma’il. He was a man of great faith At the last moment, Allah replaced his son with a ram.

Many Muslims celebrate Eid by: Attending Eid Prayers

Sacrificing an animal; giving a portion of its meat in charity or giving money to the poor

Giving gifts or money to children

Gathering with family

Ways to Celebrate Attending special events or parties

Wearing new clothes Women sometimes dye their hands with henna

Quick Quiz! Which religion celebrates Eid? Why do you think the lamb is symbolic of Eid Al-Adha? Does the sun or the moon determine when Eid is celebrated? BONUS: On which continent is Saudi Arabia?

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