Eid-ul-Adha 2023 Live Updates

Eid-ul-Adha 2023: Devotees gathered at mosques across the country to offer namaaz on Eid-ul-Adha. BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi offered namaz at Panja Sharif Dargah. Follow Live Updates here.

Background

Devotees across the country were seen offering prayers at various mosques on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha which marks the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings for Eid-Al-Adha to Kuwait leaders and stated that the festival reminds us of the values of "sacrifice, compassion, and brotherhood, which are essential in building a peaceful and inclusive world that we all aspire for". Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday greeted citizens on the eve of Eid-ul-Adha and urged all to take a pledge to work towards spreading mutual brotherhood and harmony in the society.

PM Modi also took to Twitter and wrote, "Greetings on Eid-ul-Adha. May this day bring happiness and prosperity to everyone. May it also uphold the spirit of togetherness and harmony in our society. Eid Mubarak!"

In greetings extended to the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Kuwait as well as the people of the country, PM Modi said that "the sacred festival of Eid Al Adha is celebrated by millions of Muslims across the length and breadth of India. It reminds us of the values of sacrifice, compassion, and brotherhood, which are essential in building a peaceful and inclusive world that we all aspire for", the Embassy mentioned in a statement.

Eid-al-Adha: History & Significance

The history of Eid-al-Adha dates back to the time of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) who was commanded by God in his dreams to sacrifice his beloved son Ismail (Ishmael) as a test of his faith and obedience. As Prophet Ibrahim, known for his unwavering devotion to God narrated the dream to his son, Ismail agreed to comply with God’s command. 

As Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail prepared to fulfill God’s command, Satan tried dissuading them, but they continued on their mission resisting the temptations. 

Just as Ismail was about to be sacrificed, he was replaced by a sheep that got slaughtered. 

To mark Prophet Ibrahim’s absolute submission to God, Muslims around the world sacrifice goats, sheep, and other animals. The meat is distributed in three parts — one for the needy, another for self, and the last one for friends and relatives.