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Join us on WhatsAppThe date of Eid ul-Adha has been declared in the UK following sightings of the crescent moon across the country. Celebrations are expected in Leicester and across the country in the coming
days after the moon was seen at its lowest stage.
The sightings, which were made by moonsighting groups, including the UK Ahlus Sunnah Moonsighting Board, on Wednesday (May 28), mean the month of Dhul Hijah has begun, with celebrations
expected on the 10th day of this month. That day has now been confirmed as Friday, June 6.
Last year, Leicester's celebrations saw thousands of people gather in Victoria Park to mark Eid ul-Adha, which is also known as the ‘Feast of the Sacrifice’. The day is one of the
biggest religious celebrations in the Islamic religion and is the second Eid Festival this year after events marked Eid ul-Fitr in April after the month-long fast for Ramadan came to an end.
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What is Eid ul-Adha? The start of the month of Dhul Hijah is determined by sightings of the crescent moon(Image: Pixabay)
The Islamic calendar follows the 12-month lunar calendar which means the dates of both Eids change each year. ‘The Feast of Sacrifice’ highlights the story of the prophet Ibrahim (also known
as Abraham in other faiths) in the Quran. Ibrahim was willing to sacrifice his son, Ismail, under the instruction of God.
Muslims believe that because of Ibrahim’s obedience, God quickly intervened and replaced his son with a ram. Even today, Muslims slaughter an animal to honour Ibrahim’s sacrifice, and
distribute the meat to those in need.
Traditionally, the day is spent celebrating with loved ones, and gifts are distributed. The celebrations aim to bring thousands of people together in a way that allows everyone to mark Eid
ul-Adha.
This year, Eid ul-Adha will be celebrated on Friday, June 6 across the UK, which is the same date for those celebrating in Saudi Arabia. More information on the crescent moon sighting can be
found on the Islamic Crescents Observation for the UK website.
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