Every year, Muslims around the world rejuvenate the essence of faith and sacrifice by following the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) in the sacred month of Dhul Hijjah by offering Qurbani. As Eid Al-Adha 2024 is approaching, let’s reflect upon the message of sacrifice that has been conveyed by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) who didn’t step back from sacrificing his son Hazrat Ismail (AS) for Allah (SWT).
Eid Al-Adha – Understanding The Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS)
Eid Al-Adha or Eid Ul-Adha is one of the two blessed festivities for Muslims remarking the most important event in Islamic history. It revives the Sunnah of Hazrat Ibrahim’s (AS) sacrifice following which we are obligated to perform Qurbani of animals for Allah’s will. This occasion also underscores the significance of helping the needy and sacrificing the most valuable for those in desperate need. As Eid Al-Adha 2024 is nearing, remember those who cannot afford to perform Qurbani by sharing the meat and blessings with everyone in need.
1. When is Eid Al-Adha?
Every year, Muslims around the world eagerly wait for Qurbani Eid to mark this celebration as a time of sharing and caring. According to the predictions, Eid Al-Adha or Eid Ul-Adha in the UK is expected to fall on Sunday, 16th of June 2024. Eid Al-Adha is celebrated on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, commemorating Sunnat-e-Ibrahimi (AS). Lets know more in detail about What Qurbani Teaches Us as Muslims?
2. For How Many Days Is Eid Al-Adha Celebrated?
According to the Islamic calendar, the festivities of Eid Al-Adha 2024 will begin on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah and will end on the evening of the 13th of Dhul Hijjah. Eid Al-Adha will be celebrated for three days so that the sacrificial meat can reach to a maximum number of the most deserving people.
3. When Does Eid Al-Adha End in the UK?
Concerning the Islamic Calendar, Eid Al-Adha will end on the evening of 13th Dhul Hijjah. Following the Gregorian Calendar, Eid Al-Adha or Eid Ul-Adha in the UK will end on the evening of Tuesday, 18th June 2024. It is advised to pre-book your Qurbani to avoid any mismanagement right on Eid day.
Ways to Celebrate Eid Al-Adha 2024
The following observances can make your Qurbani 2024 a time to remember:
1. Offering Eid Prayers
Before the Eid Al-Adha date arrives, make sure to check the Eid Namaz timings with your local mosques to make up for being there on time. The blessing of this Eid begins with the congregational Eid prayer where everyone meets and greets each other reflecting the brotherhood and harmony according to the teachings of Islam.
2. Sacrificing Animals on Eid
After offering Eid prayers, it’s time for you to make arrangements for performing Qurbani in 2024. The sacrifice is made after saying Takbeer and the animal is then cut into portions for distribution. Once the meat is ready, ensure to distribute it earliest possible among the well-deserving according to Shariah.
Book Your Qurbani 2024 with Al-Wahab Foundation
Like every year, the Al-Wahab Foundation has launched its Qurbani 2024 campaign, welcoming your donations for sacrificing animals and delivering them to the most deserving. From purchasing the animals to taking care of them, and then sacrificing them according to Sunnah on Eid day with an assurance to make it reach the right destination is something obligatory for us. This Eid Al-Adha 2024, donate your Qurbani to AWF and get the meat distributed among those who are in desperate need.
For booking and details, visit our Qurbani appeal https://alwahabfoundation.org/all-appeals/qurbani/ or call us at 020 8903 8944 or Complete the donation process by specifying the programs listed below.