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At the end of the Hajj, Muslims throughout the world celebrate Eid-al-Adha also known as the Festival of Sacrifice. In 2011, Eid-al-Adha will begin on or around November 7th, and will last for three days.
During the Hajj, Muslims commemorate the trials and triumphs of the Prophet Abraham. One of Abraham's main trials was to face the command of God to kill his only son. Upon hearing this command, he prepared to submit to God's will.
On the first morning of this holiday, Muslims remember Abraham's trials, by themselves slaughtering an animal such as a sheep, camel, or goat. The meat from the sacrifice of Eid-al-Adha is mostly given away to others. The act symbolizes a willingness to give up things that are of benefit to one’s self or close to one’s heart in order to follow God's commands. It also symbolizes a willingness to give from one’s own blessings to friends and those who are in need.
Please pray for one million Bangalorean Muslims as they celebrate Eid-al-Adha with their families. Pray that God will help them undestand how their animal sacrifices are actually a picture of His plan to restore their relationships with Him. Ask God to help them understand that Jesus is the last sacrifice, and he can bring them into right relationship with God.
