Eid ul Adha in Pakistan in 2023

EID UL ADHA

 Why MUSLIMS celebrate EID UL ADHA?

Eid ul Adha commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham's) willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. According to legend, Allah (God) commanded Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his beloved son, Ismail (Ishmael). 

As Ibrahim was about to carry out the command, Allah subhanu tala intervened and replaced him with a ram, indicating that his obedience and faith had been accepted.

Eid ul Adha serves as a reminder of the value of faith, devotion, and sacrifice. It represents Ibrahim's unwavering faith in God and serves as a reminder to Muslims to submit to God's will in all aspects of life.

A Grand Celebration

During Eid ul Adha, Muslims all over the world perform a special prayer known as the Eid prayer, as well as charitable and goodwill acts. In addition, an animal, usually a goat, sheep, cow, or camel, is sacrificed to commemorate Ibrahim's sacrifice. The sacrificed animal's meat is then divided into three portions: one for the individual/family, one for relatives and friends, and one for those in need.

Eid ul Adha encourages unity, generosity, and empathy for others, emphasizing the importance of sharing blessings and caring for those in need. It is a time for Muslims to gather, strengthen community bonds, and ponder the values of sacrifice and gratitude.

Date of Eid ul Adha in Pakistan in 2023

Eid ul Adha is expected to begin in Pakistan on the evening of Wednesday, June 28, 2023.

Eid ul Adha holidays in Pakistan in 2023

In Pakistan, Eid ul Adha was observed for five days this year. All private and government establishments were closed for the festival during these dates.

In Pakistan, the federal government has yet to release any information about the public holiday Eid ul Adha 2023. However, the holiday is expected to last from June 27 to July 1, 2023.