Bakrid 2023: Date, History, Significance And All That You Need To Know

Bakrid celebrates the completion of the yearly Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca and remembers Prophet Ibrahim's obedience in offering his son Ishmael as a sacrifice at Allah's behest.

New Delhi: The "Festival of Sacrifice" or Bakrid, also known as Eid-Ul-Adha, is a prominent Islamic holiday that is celebrated all over the world. This day falls on the tenth day in the last month- Dhu-al-Hijjah, of the Islamic Lunar Calendar. It celebrates the completion of the yearly Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca and remembers Prophet Ibrahim's obedience in offering his son Ishmael as a sacrifice at Allah's behest. Muslims typically sacrifice a sheep or a goat to mark this day. 

Bakrid 2023: Date

Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakrid will be celebrated from Thursday, June 29 to Friday, June 30. On the day of Bakrid, Muslims assemble in mosques or public areas for prayers. An Imam leads the prayers, and the sermon focuses on the virtues of self-sacrifice, compassion, and unity. People dress to the nines, frequently in traditional garb, and share heartfelt greetings of 'Eid Mubarak'

Bakrid 2023: History

The day commemorates the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God, as mentioned in Islamic tradition. God was moved by the Prophet's willingness to demonstrate his devotion to Him, so He sent the angel Jibra'il or Gabriel to substitute a goat for Ibrahim's son. From that point forward, Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha by offering sacrifices of male goats, usually divided into three parts. One piece goes to the needy and impoverished, another portion goes to friends and family, and the third share is set aside by a family for its own members. These three portions are intended for different purposes. This event symbolizes devotion, submission, and the willingness to surrender to the divine will.

Bakrid 2023: Celebration

Muslims typically attend Eid prayers at their neighbourhood mosque or outdoor prayer location to start the day. These prayers occur early in the morning and feature a sermon followed by a collective prayer from the assembly.

Eid al-Adha's main theme is generosity, and Muslims are urged to give to worthy charities, especially those that benefit the less fortunate. One great way to celebrate the occasion is to give to a nearby charity or group that helps the less fortunate.