Eid Mubarak Images, festive GIFs and celebrations on Eid al-Adha 2025
Eid Mubarak! Muslims around the world is celebrating Eid al-Adha, Islam's second most significant festival, also known as Eid al-Zuha or Bakrid.
Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. This year in Saudi Arabia, Arafat Day—considered the holiest day in Islam—was observed on Thursday, June 5. Arafat Day, also known as Yaum al-Arafah, is observed on the 9th day of Dhul Hijjah and precedes Eid celebrations.
Eid ul-Adha ki Niyat: In Islam, "Niyat" means intention — the purpose in your heart for performing any act of worship. For Eid ul-Adha, the niyat refers to the heartfelt intention behind performing the Qurbani (sacrifice).
When offering a sacrifice, the niyat is to sincerely dedicate the act to Allah, following the example of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.), who was willing to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command. Eid al-Adha, a key Islamic festival celebrated as Bakrid, is approaching. Muslims worldwide prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha, the Feast of Sacrifice. (Photo: Pixabay) Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Adha on Saturday. Eid al-Adha, a key Islamic festival celebrated as Bakrid, (Photo: Pinterest) Eid al-Adha, a key Islamic festival celebrated as Bakrid, (Photo: Pinterest)
The holy festival of Eid al-Adha, also known as the 'festival of sacrifice' or Greater Eid, is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic or lunar calendar. Eid al-Adha is being celebrated today Eid Mubarak Eid Mubarak to you and your family Eid al-Adha is the second Islamic festival of the year
Eid al-Adha is the second Islamic festival of the year and follows Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. The date changes every year, as it's based on the Islamic lunar calendar, which is about 11 days shorter than the Western 365-day Gregorian calendar. It is celebrated as a commemoration of Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice everything for God.
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Time of India
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Mass prayers mark Bakrid in Coimbatore district
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Hyderabad: The city celebrated Eid-ul-Adha with early morning prayers, traditional animal sacrifices and large family gatherings on Saturday. Thousands of people attended prayers at Mecca Masjid, Eidgah Mir Alam and other mosques across the city. "We left for the Eidgah at 6 am," said a Yakutpura resident, adding that, "After prayers, we went to the farm to perform the Qurbani." The ritual sacrifice of goats and sheep followed soon after in homes and registered slaughter points. "We bought our goat a week ago and my brothers and I took turns to feed it and clean it. The children became very attached to it," said Shazia Farooq from Toli Chowki. The distribution of meat to friends, family and the needy continued throughout the day. "We divided the meat into packets and sent them to our relatives and building staff, such as housekeepers and security guards. We'll cook some of it for dinner," said 26-year-old Aman Khan from Banjara Hills. Markets in Barkas, Madina and Mallepally were crowded until late on Friday night. "I was doing mehndi for women until 2 am," said Najma Begum, a street-side henna artist in Charminar. "I earned over Rs 30,000 last night, which is a big deal for me." Popular dishes such as mutton biryani, kaleji fry and sheer khurma were cooked in homes across the city. "We started cooking at 10 am and we're still expecting guests," said another resident from Malakpet. "My fridge is full, and so is my heart."
