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Eid 2025: Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, will be celebrated a day after festival celebrations in Saudi Arabia. The festival commemorates Ibrahim's devotion to God and emphasises values like charity, compassion, and humility.
Eid 2025: As Muslims across the world prepare for one of the major festivals of the year — Eid-ul-Adha, it is time to know key details about the Islamic festival, such as exact date, history and significance. Also known as the Feast of Sacrifice or Bakrid, will be celebrated in Saudi Arabia a day before celebrations will kick off in India.
Eid-ul-Adha holiday: June 6 or 7?
The second holiest festival of the year for Islamic followers will be celebrated on June 7, Saturday, in India. This major festival holds profound significance in Islam and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour by Muslims across the world. As per the Islamic calendar, the festival falls on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah. This time, Arafat Day will be observed on Friday, June 06, a day before Eid.
History of Eid-ul-Adha
The origin of Eid-ul-Adha festival can be traced back to the story of Ibrahim and Isma'il's sacrifice as mentioned in the Quran (Surah As-Saffat, verses 99-113). The religious epic emphasises the profound act of submission and devotion to the divine.
It is believed that Ibrahim received a divine command in his dream. He was asked to sacrifice his beloved son, Isma'il (Ishmael) - a measure to test of his faith. Ibrahim proceeded to show his devotion and submission by sacrificing his son, who was replaced with a sheep.
Significance of Eid ul-Adha
The festival is not just about sacrifice; it has deeper relevance and significance. It symbolises generosity, advocates charity and values of compassion, humility and gratitude. Coinciding with the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca — one of the Five Pillars of Islam — Eid ul-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's sacrifice, celebrates unity and solidarity. Traditionally, Muslims mark the festival with morning prayers at mosque which is followed by animal sacrifice — usually a goat, sheep, cow, or camel.
On this day, Muslims exchange gifts, greetings, host grand feasts and distribute meat to relatives, friends, family, and to the needy and less fortunate.
Key Takeaways
- Eid-ul-Adha will be celebrated on June 7 in India, following Arafat Day on June 6.
- The festival commemorates the sacrifice of Ibrahim and highlights themes of faith and devotion.
- Eid-ul-Adha is marked by community gatherings, prayers, and acts of charity.
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