Muslims worldwide are celebrating Eid al-Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” which takes place on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. This significant holiday coincides with the conclusion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, where over 1.7 million individuals are participating this year. Pilgrims have gathered at Mount Arafat for prayer and have spent the night at Muzdalifah, gathering pebbles for the symbolic stoning of the devil. Following this ritual, they return to Mecca for a final circumambulation of the Kaaba, the sacred structure at the heart of the Grand Mosque. In Gaza, where ongoing conflict has resulted in widespread displacement, many families are observing Eid in tents and overcrowded shelters, facing challenges such as limited access to festive garments and meat. The celebration of Eid al-Adha commemorates the Quranic narrative of Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion, marked by the sacrifice of an animal—typically a sheep, goat, or cow—whose meat is distributed to family, neighbors, and those in need, emphasizing themes of faith, charity, and community.
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