Eid al-Adha (‘Feast of the Sacrifice’, also called Eid Qurban(Persian:) or Bakra-Eid (Urdu) the second of two Islamic holidays celebrated worldwide each year (the other being Eid al-Fitr), and considered the holier of the two. It honours the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ismael as an act of obedience to God’s command. But, before Ibrahim could sacrifice …
Statement from Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Eid al-Adha
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — August 20, 2018 — “This evening, Muslim New Yorkers across the state will gather with friends and family to celebrate the beginning of Eid al-Adha. “This holiday marks the end of the pilgrimage of Hajj and is a celebration of generosity, community and sacrifice—enduring values for all New Yorkers. ### SOURCE: New York State, Executive Chamber
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