Eid al-Adha commemorates one of the most tested moments of faith in Islamic tradition: Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God, only for it to be replaced with a ram at the last moment. It’s a story about submission, trust, and the reward that comes from unwavering faith.
The holiday falls on the tenth day of Dhul Hijjah, coinciding with the final days of Hajj, and is marked by Qurbani, the ritual sacrifice of an animal, with the meat traditionally divided between family, friends, and those in need. It’s one of the clearest examples in Islamic tradition of a celebration built around charity rather than accumulation.
If you want to mark the occasion with something meaningful for your home or family, our Personalities collection is a good place to start. Read more about Eid al-Ghadeer, another major date on the Shia calendar.
