When is Eid al-Adha 2023?
Important Dates and Timings
Eid al-Adha 2023 in the United States
In the United States, Eid al-Adha 2023 is predicted to begin on the evening of Sunday, June 16, depending on sightings of the moon. It will end on the evening of Monday, June 17.
Eid al-Adha 2023 in Saudi Arabia and Other Muslim Countries
In Saudi Arabia and other Muslim countries, Eid al-Adha is expected to begin on Wednesday, June 28, and end on Thursday, June 29.
Hajj 2023
This year, Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, will start on Monday, June 26, following the sighting of the moon in Saudi Arabia.
Significance of Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha is a significant religious festival for Muslims, commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son, Ismail (Ishmael), as an act of obedience to God. The festival is celebrated with prayers, animal sacrifices, and feasts.
Global Celebration
Eid al-Adha is celebrated worldwide by Muslims, with millions of animals being sacrificed during the festival days. In 2011, it was estimated that around 5 million animals were sacrificed on Eid days, with an estimated cost of $3 billion.
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