Eid Ul Adha 2025: Date, Significance, and Global Celebrations
Eid ul Adha festivity is celebrated from Muslims across the globe. It is one of the most renowned Islamic festivals and it is regarded for the sacrifice of a Prophet Abraham. Said Sacrifice is also celebrated with the name “Festival of Sacrifice” every year after the Hajj, Muslims do sacrifice (qurabni) to honor the Prophet Abraham. Hajj is one of the most religious acts undertaken done Muslims which is obligatory to anyone who can fulfil certain conditions. Mecca (Makkah) is the center for worship, and its an important event in the calendar of Islamic calendar.
The Spiritual Meaning:
Every event and festivity come with its own significance, can consume spiritually or culturally. Sacrifices, kindness, and also service to humanity comes to mind in greater detail when we talk about sacrificing goats, sheep, cows or even camel. Collectively these animals are known as qurbani in Arabic these practices happen at a larger scale during this. The meat is divided into three parts, one for personal feasting, one for friends and one for needy or poor people who cannot afford meat throughout the year. Apart from other countries, the Indian subcontinent has its own significance. In India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, it is celebrated widely even refers to it as Bari Eid, but Unlike Fitr, the children are not generally showered with Eidi Disbursals.
When is Eid ul Adha 2025?
Muslims often start wondering about Azha soon after completing the event of Fitr. A common conception about Azha is that occurs on the same day of the first Ramadan, as first Ramadan 2025 was on Sunday, 31st March, 2025, it is expected that Eid-Ul Adha 2025 will be celebrated on 8th June, 2025 after Hajj 2025. However, the exact date of the event depends on the moon’s visibility from other parts of the world.
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Eid al Adha Animal Conditions for Goat, Sheep or other Animals
The animal for sacrifice (Qurbani/قربانی) must be halal, however, it is recommended that it should be male, not female. It cannot be a bird, but animal with hoofs. Although, Pig has hoofs, but as mentioned, the animal must be halal. The Ideal age for Goat or Lamb/ Sheep for Qurbani is of 1 year, but in some cases, if the sheep looks strong enough like 1 year old, its acceptable. For large animals like Ox, Bull or Cow, age must be of 2 years completed, not less than that. All the animals who are intended for Qurbani should be free of any defects or weaknesses. Its a good thing if animals are beautiful and good looking.
How Many Days Till Eid Al Adha 2025?
The expected date of Eid ul Adha 2025 globally is 7th or 8th June, 2025, depending on the region. As of 6 May, 2025, Remaining days are 31.
Eid ul Adha dua
اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللّٰهُ، وَاللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، وَلِلّٰهِ الْحَمْدُ
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illallah,
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar wa lillahil-hamd.
Eid 2025 in Different Countries:
- Saudi Arabia: The Hajj which ends around June 5/6, 2025 will be celebrated around June 07.
- Pakistan: In Pakistan, it is likely to celebrated on 08th June 2025, this is subject to moon sighting.
- Bangladesh: Bangladeshi Muslims will also celebrate Adha in 2025 on June 8th 2025.
- United Kingdom: The most preferred celebration time is the evening of Friday, June 6th 2025.
- France: Events of June 5th to 6th will change depending on when the moon is sighted. So, Evening of June 5th to night of June 6th is tentative.
The Difference between both Events?
Eid ul Fitr is celebrated end of the Ramadan fasting while Adha is celebrated after Hajj, remembering the Sunnah, recalling the great sacrifice story of Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim) and his son. Both events are immensely important in Islam but for different reasons, and are celebrated with different customs and rituals.
The Connection with Hajj:
Hajj 2025 is estimated to start on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 and end on Sunday the 8th. The pilgrimage celebration culminates in the celebration of Al Azha. This will be performed by millions of Muslims around the world and will celebrate the event globally
Conclusion:
We should think about our relation with God and community together. We remember the great sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), and this act reminds us that one should be ready to sacrifice his favorite, most beloved thing for God. This encourages compassion. The Pilgrimage, also referred to as 2025 pilgrimage, has great religious value; it appeals to Muslims everywhere to contemplate, pray, and appreciate the wonders of faith.
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