Muslim holiday is a joyous occasion
Now more than ever there is need to strengthen bonds of understanding
By Suhail Nanji
As Christian and Jewish communities in South Florida and all over the world join in celebration of the sacred traditions of Christmas and Hanukkah this month, so will Muslims celebrate their most important and respected holiday, Eid-Ul-Adha (EED-ul-ad-HAA). For most people, it may be a once-in-a-lifetime event to witness these three great religions celebrating something of great significance, not only to their respective followers, but to the whole of mankind.
Eid-Ul-Adha commemorates the sacrifice of the prophet Abraham, who is respected by the followers of Christianity, Judaism and Islam. It also marks the end of the Hajj, or pilgrimage to Mecca. Hajj is called the "largest peace gathering on Earth," with more than 2.5 million pilgrims gathering each year.
Hence, this holiday is a very special and joyous occasion for all Muslims as they exchange social visits and seek to strengthen bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood. Muslims also greet each other by saying "Eid mubarak" (EED-moo-BAR-ak), meaning "blessed Eid."
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