Iran Press/ Iran News: The Eid al-Adha prayer was held under the Imamate of Ayatollah Seyyed Ahmad Khatami, the interim Friday imam of Tehran, at Tehran University.
At the beginning of this ceremony, Tawashih group sang a hymn on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.
Hojjat-ul-Islam Gholamhossein Mohseni Ajeei, the head of the Judiciary, and Mohammad Mokhber, the first vice president, were also present at the Eid al-Adha prayer in Tehran.
The doors of Tehran University were opened from seven in the morning for the entry of worshipers and cultural programs, recitation of prayers, Tawashih, and other programs were held for the worshipers.
Eid-e-Ghorban (Eid al-Adha) in Iran
What is called Eid-e-Ghorban in Iran is called Eid al-Adha in most Muslim-majority countries. Either way, this holiday is the “Feast of the Sacrifice” in reference to the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim (as) to sacrifice his son Ismael at Allah’s command, though Ishmael was spared and a goat sacrificed instead.
Eid al-Adha originates from the story of Prophet Ibrahim(as), who was willing to sacrifice his son Ismael. According to the Quran, Ibrahim had asked Allah to give him a son, and Allah did so. But as Ismael grew older, Ibrahim began having recurring dreams of slaughtering his son and realized it was an order from Allah to sacrifice his son.
Upon Ibrahim telling his son this, Ismael told his father to do as Allah willed. Ibrahim prepared his son for the sacrifice and was about to slaughter him, but was stopped by a voice. This voice told him that the “vision” had already been completed. Ibrahim was given a lamb to sacrifice in Ismael’s place, and Ismael was revealed to be a righteous prophet.
The most important of Eid al-Adha observances in Iran is that of the Hajj. This is the pilgrimage to Mecca and the Kaaba that practicing Muslims take each year (or at least once in their life), and Eid al-Adha marks the final rites of this hajj. The Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam, making it an obligation for every Muslim.
Many Muslims gather together in mosques for an Eid al-Adha prayer and offer each other Eid al-Adha wishes. Due to the occasion’s significance, most people wear new, high-quality clothing to attend mass.
In light of Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son—and Allah’s provision of a goat, or “lamb,” to sacrifice in Ishmael’s place—most Muslims also make an animal sacrifice. This is usually a lamb or goat, which must be young and in good condition. The meat of the sacrificed animal is then split into three portions: one portion to give to the poor, one portion to take home to one’s own family, and one portion to give away to friends and relatives.
It’s important to note that this sacrifice is not made as an atonement for sins, and it’s said that the blood and meat of the sacrifice do not reach Allah at all. Rather, this sacrifice is more about charity and giving, which are things that please Allah. As a result, on Eid al-Adha, even poorer Muslims are able to enjoy some good meat-based dishes! Kebabs and meaty stews are the most popular.
Another custom for this holiday is to visit one’s family and offer them Eid al-Adha greetings. In particular, Muslim families will often ask each other for forgiveness during the visit. Doing so can clear the air of any negative feelings and allow them to better enjoy their time together.
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