Eid al-Adha (10th Dhu al-Hijjah)
Significance, History, and Observed Dates
The 'Festival of Sacrifice' is the second and larger of the two Islamic Eids, commemorating the absolute submission of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his family.
Historical Narrative
Prophet Ibrahim (AS) was commanded in a dream to sacrifice his beloved son Ismail (AS). Both father and son showed complete 'Taslim' (submission). At the moment of sacrifice, Allah replaced Ismail with a ram. This act established the 'Udhiya' (Qurbani) for all generations to come.
Spiritual Significance
The sacrifice is not about the meat or blood; Allah says: 'It is neither their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah, but it is Taqwa from you that reaches Him.' (22:37). It symbolizes the willingness to sacrifice one's own desires for the sake of God.
Lessons for the Believer
- Udhiya (Qurbani): Slaughtering a livestock animal is an act of worship — divide the meat into three parts: family, friends, and the poor.
- Takbirat al-Tashreeq: Reciting the Takbir after every fard prayer from the 9th to the 13th fills the days with Allah's remembrance.
- True submission is internal: Ibrahim (AS) showed that the real sacrifice is of our ego, desires, and attachments — not just an animal.
Common Customs & Traditions
Dividing the Qurbani meat into three parts (family, friends, and the poor), performing the Eid prayer, and celebrating with 'Hajjis' returning from their journey.
When is Eid al-Adha (10th Dhu al-Hijjah) in 2026?
1447 Hijri
27 May 2026
10 Dhu al-Hijjah
*Dates are subject to local moon sightings.
Upcoming Dates for Eid al-Adha (10th Dhu al-Hijjah)
1448 Hijri
16 May 2027
10 Dhu al-Hijjah
1449 Hijri
05 May 2028
10 Dhu al-Hijjah
1450 Hijri
24 April 2029
10 Dhu al-Hijjah
1451 Hijri
13 April 2030
10 Dhu al-Hijjah
1452 Hijri
02 April 2031
10 Dhu al-Hijjah
*Note: All dates are subject to local moon sightings.