Eid al-Adha 2025, also called the Festival of Sacrifice, is an essential event in the Islamic calendar. Muslims worldwide celebrate this special occasion. It's a time for self-reflection, loyalty, and unity. It highlights the importance of Qurbani (sacrifice) and sharing the meat from your animal with those in need, including friends and family.
when is Eid Al Adha 2025
Eid al-Adha is expected to fall on Friday , June 6th, 2025 and end on Tuesday June 10th,2025 in the UK but the official confirmation depends on the sighting of the crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah.
Dua for Moon Sighting
اللهمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْيُمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ الله
Translation: (O Allah, let this crescent moon appear over us with security and Iman; with peace and Islam; and with ability, for us to practice such actions which you love. [O Moon] your creator and my creator is Allah.)
Eid al-Adha 2025: Significance and Celebration
The Story Behind Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's ( عليه السلام) unwavering faith and love for Allah ( SWT). His ultimate test of sacrificing his son, Ismail ( عليه السلام, serves as a powerful symbol of submission to divine will. This profound story teaches us not only about Qurbani (sacrifice), where meat is shared with the less fortunate but also highlights the importance of surrendering to God's will.
The tradition of sacrifice during Eid al-Adha reflects Ibrahim's ( عليه السلام) journey filled with both sorrow and acceptance. Through animal sacrifice, we embody faith and a willingness to let go of attachments. However, sacrificing animals is just one aspect of Qurbani. It also teaches us kindness and compassion. We share our blessings with family, friends, and those in need, fostering a sense of inclusion and generosity within our community.
Preparing for Eid al-Adha 2025
Getting ready for Eid is not just about food and clothes. It’s about feeling thankful and generous. Families come together to share meals and distribute meat, but it’s important to think beyond just cooking meat. This is a time to show appreciation for Allah's blessings and to help those who cannot afford Qurbani.
Celebrating Eid al-Adha 2025
Eid al-Adha is a celebration lasting two to four days, depending on regional customs. Muslims can make the most of this occasion by following some simple yet significant practices known as Sunnah.
Sunnah for a Fulfilling Eid al-Adha
- Start the Day Early: Begin Eid with renewed energy by waking up for Fajr prayer.
- Purification: To feel clean and spiritually prepared, perform Ghusl (ritual bath).
- Dress Up: Donning new or nice clothes enhances the celebratory atmosphere.
- Enhance the Festivities: Apply fragrance (perfume) to add to the joyous spirit of the day.
- Recite Takbir: Recite the Takbir of Tashriq aloud before Eid prayer (Arabic recitation provided). اَللهُ أَكْبَرُ ، اَللهُ أَكْبَرُ، اَللهُ أَكْبَرُ، لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللهُ ، وَاللهُ أَكْبَرُ، اَللهُ أَكْبَرُ، وَلِلَّهِ الْحَمْدُ (Allah is Most , Allah is most Great, Allah is most Great there is no god but Allaah, Allaah is Most great, Allah is most great, and to Allaah be praise) Great (Reference: Irwa Al Ghalil: 3 / 125)
- Eid Prayer: Attend the Eid prayer congregation after sunrise.
- Listen to the Imam: Pay close attention to the Imam's Eid sermon (Khutbah).
- Take a Different Route: After prayer, return home via a different route than you took to the mosque, following the Prophet's ( صلى الله عليه وسلم) practice.
Make a Difference This Eid
The Al Mustafa Welfare Trust works to support individuals and communities globally. This Eid al-Adha, they're focusing on helping the people of Gaza. Donate an additional prophetic Qurbani to support the people of Palestine and Gaza, and make their Eid even more special.