Eid al-Adha 2024 Date and Time: History, Rituals and Significance of Bakrid

Eid al-Adha 2024 date: Monday, June 17, 2024

Bakrid, also known as Eid-al-Adha, is a globally celebrated Islamic festival held in high regard. It will be celebrated on Monday, June 17, 2024, and designated as a public holiday. Falling on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar, the festival marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca.

The event honors Ibrahim's devotion and readiness to sacrifice. The tradition of Qurbani, or animal sacrifice, during Eid al-Adha embodies this sentiment. The meat is shared with family, friends, and the less fortunate, highlighting the significance of distributing blessings and showing kindness. Consequently, Eid al-Adha is also referred to as Bakra Eid, in reference to the act of sacrifice.

Eid-al-Adha Rituals

• Eid Prayers: Muslims gather for special morning prayers in mosques or in open areas.
• Feasts and Gifts: Families and friends come together to enjoy sumptuous feasts and exchange presents.
• Charitable Acts: A period for heightened generosity, making sure everyone can share in the joy of the festivities.

Eid-al-Adha History and Significance

The significance and history of Eid al-Adha are deeply embedded in the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham). According to the Holy Quran, Prophet Ibrahim was tested by Allah through a dream in which he was instructed to sacrifice his son as a demonstration of his devotion, obedience, and love for Allah. Demonstrating steadfast faith, Ibrahim readied himself for this profound sacrifice, but Allah, in His mercy, provided a ram as a substitute.