Eid al-Adha 2025: This MUSLIM nation bans animal sacrifice during Bakrid due to…, not Pakistan, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, Azerbaijaan, Dubai, name is…
New Delhi: Eid al-Adha is one of the significant festivals of Islam. This year, the festival will be observed in the United States beginning on the evening of Friday, June 6, and concluding on the evening of Saturday, June 7. Also known as the 'Festival of Sacrifice,' Eid al-Adha commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's unwavering faith and his willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command. However, in Morocco, which is a Muslim country, a decision by the government has triggered a nationwide uproar.
King Mohammed VI, in a royal decree, has banned the sacrifice of goats this year. Following this decision, raids are being conducted across the country in search of goats. The decision has sparked widespread unrest throughout the nation.
The King of Morocco has cited 'economic and health reasons' behind the order. After the order, the authorities have started conducting door-to-door raids in several cities and areas, confiscating people's goats.
Videos are going viral on social media where security forces can be seen taking goats away from homes. There is widespread anger among the people over this incident. Why This Decision:
The decision by King Mohammed VI has created major unrest in the country, with people calling it an insult and a mockery of their religious beliefs. However, King has stated that he would 'offer the sacrifice on behalf of the people for Eid al-Adha'.
Critics say the decision is a tactic to cover up inflation and government failures. Islamic scholars in the country have called it a violation of religious rights and an attack on the public's religious freedom.
Eid al-Adha holds profound spiritual meaning for Muslims worldwide. It commemorates the story of Prophet Ibrahim, who demonstrated his devotion to God by preparing to sacrifice his son
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