Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings for Eid-Al-Adha to the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Kuwait as well as the people of the country. He stated that the festival reminds us of the values of “sacrifice, compassion, and brotherhood, which are essential in building a peaceful and inclusive world that we all aspire for”. Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday greeted citizens on the eve of Eid-ul-Adha and urged all to take a pledge to work towards spreading mutual brotherhood and harmony in the society.
“In his personal letter, the Prime Minister of India conveyed that the sacred festival of Eid Al Adha is celebrated by millions of Muslims across the length and breadth of India. It reminds us of the values of sacrifice, compassion and brotherhood, which are essential in building a peaceful and inclusive world that we all aspire for,” the Embassy stated in a statement.
Hon’ble PM of India Shri Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to the leadership HH the Amir, HH the Crown Prince, HH the Prime Minister & people of State of Kuwait on the auspicious occasion of Eid-Al-Adha. @MOFAKuwait pic.twitter.com/2vZbA4C5nl
— India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) June 28, 2023
Previously, President Droupadi Murmu said, “On the occasion of Id-uz-Zuha, I extend my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens, especially our Muslim brothers and sisters living in India and abroad.”
“This festival inspires us to follow the path of sacrifice and selfless service to humanity. On this day, let all of us take a pledge to work towards spreading mutual brotherhood and harmony in the society,” Murmu emphasised in her message on the eve of the festival.
ईद-उज-जुहा के अवसर पर मैं सभी देशवासियों, विशेष रूप से मुस्लिम भाइयों और बहनों को हार्दिक बधाई और शुभकामनाएं देती हूं।
ईद-उज-जुहा प्रेम, त्याग और बलिदान का पवित्र त्योहार है। यह त्योहार हमें त्याग के मार्ग पर चलने और नि:स्वार्थ भाव से मानवता की सेवा करने के लिए प्रेरित करता है।…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) June 29, 2023
Visuals of the gatherings at mosques for Eid prayers surfaced on social media. Former union minister and BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi offered namaz at Panja Sharif Dargah.
#WATCH | Delhi: Former Union Minister and BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi offers namaz at Panja Sharif Dargah, Kashmere Gate, on the occasion of #EidAlAdha pic.twitter.com/SR2Tlyb37B
— ANI (@ANI) June 29, 2023
#WATCH | Mumbai: Devotees offer namaz at Dargah on the occasion of #EidAlAdha pic.twitter.com/NCOIe2lMiI
— ANI (@ANI) June 29, 2023
Eid-al-Adha marks the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam.
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Eid-al-Adha: History & Significance
The history of Eid-al-Adha dates back to the time of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) who was commanded by God in his dreams to sacrifice his beloved son Ismail (Ishmael) as a test of his faith and obedience. As Prophet Ibrahim, known for his unwavering devotion to God narrated the dream to his son, Ismail agreed to comply with God’s command.
As Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail prepared to fulfill God’s command, Satan tried dissuading them, but they continued on their mission resisting the temptations.
Just as Ismail was about to be sacrificed, he was replaced by a sheep that got slaughtered.
To mark Prophet Ibrahim’s absolute submission to God, Muslims around the world sacrifice goats, sheep, and other animals. The meat is distributed in three parts — one for the needy, another for self, and the last one for friends and relatives.
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