Eid al-Adha

Eid al-Adha

Eid al-Adha is the great festival marked by the sacrifice — a symbol of Prophet Ibrahim's submission to Allah — and by the Hajj. The Eid prayer is a strongly emphasized sunnah; the sacrifice (qurban) is wajib for those who can afford it according to the Hanafi school, and a strongly emphasized sunnah according to the majority of other schools.

In 2026, Eid al-Adha falls on 2026-05-27. The Hijri equivalent is 10 Zilhicce 1447.

What Does This Eid Remind Us?

The sacrifice is not merely the sharing of meat; it is a living reminder of submission to Allah, of sharing, and of gratitude. That Prophet Ibrahim is mentioned in the Qur'an as one who 'came with a sound heart' carries this very meaning.

A Small Step for Today

• If possible, attend the Eid prayer in congregation.
• If you will offer a sacrifice, do so observing the rules and the rights of the animal.
• Make sure a significant portion of the meat reaches those in need.
• Visit your family, the elderly, and isolated neighbours.

And the camels and cattle We have appointed for you among the symbols of Allah; in them there is good for you. (Surah al-Hajj 22/36)

Sources

• Holy Qur'an, Surah al-Hajj 22/36; Surah as-Saffat 37/100-111; Surah al-Kawthar 108/2.
• Hadith: Bukhari, Adahi 1; Muslim, Adahi (the legitimacy of the sacrifice).
• Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) calendar of religious days.

Spend this Eid in the awareness of submission, sharing, and gratitude; do not end the day without making a neighbour or an orphan smile.