Eid al Adha in the us

Eid al Adha

Eid al Adha is one of the most celebrated holidays in Muslim countries, but how is it in the US, let’s find out. Eid meaning in English is “festival” or “feast”. In Islam, there are two major Eids which are Eid al-Fitr (Festival of Breaking Fast) which comes after Ramadan the month of reading the Quran and doing good deeds. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan (the month of fasting) and it is the first three days of Shawwal (the 10th month of the Islamic calendar) Then comes Eid al-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice). During this festival, the Muslims that are capable of buying sheep, goats, camels, or cows to sacrifice, do so. They buy what they can afford and divide the flesh of the animal among themselves, the poor, and friends and neighbors. Also, during this Eid people tend to visit their friends and family. Eid al-Fitr is a three-day festival and there are many Eid gift ideas to celebrate it with your friends and family. The second Eid is Eid al-Adha which is the larger Eid, it is a four days festival.

How do Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha in the Muslim countries?

Eid al-Adha comes at the end of the Hajj (capable Muslims go to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia) to do the pilgrimage. This Eid tells us the story of how Allah commanded the prophet, Ibrahim, to sacrifice his son Ismail to test his faith. And how Ibrahim informed his son Ismail. They both accepted Allah’s command and as Ibrahim was about to sacrifice his son, Allah intervened and a ram is sacrificed in place of Ismail. So, during this Eid Muslims sacrifice animals in remembrance of this story.

Do USA celebrate Eid al-Adha?

Not the USA itself but the Muslims who live in there celebrate this Eid, as it is one of the most important celebrations for Muslims around the world.

What is Eid Ul Adha in the USA?

In the USA, all the Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha. They wear their best clothes and gather at the local mosque for prayer and Khutbah. After the prayer ends people wish Eid Mubarak (Blessed Eid) to each other. In the Muslim countries an animal sacrifice is a custom, people slaughter sheep, cows, or camels and give a portion of it to their friends and the poor. However, in the USA, Muslims don’t do slaughter animals, instead they give money to charities and the people in need. Then, people visit their friends and family and celebrate the Eid together. Now, if you’re wondering, how to pray Eid prayer? Here’s your answer. 1-  Make the niyyah (intention) before you start praying. The intention comes from the heart you don’t have to say it. Say the following:  ‘I intend to pray two Rakah of the Eid al-Fitr prayer for Allah.’ By doing so you prepare yourself mentally so that you can concentrate. 2- Now you don’t pray on your own, follow the imam. Even if you know how to perform the salah on your own you shouldn’t move or speak before the imam. You are not racing with the imam, so listen to him and follow his lead. 3- When the imam raises his hands and says "Allahu Akbar", you should do the same. Then you will recite the al-Istiftah Dua. Afterward, the imam will say "Allahu Akbar" 3 times and you will repeat after him and raise your hands after each utterance. After raising your hands put them back down by your sides.  “Allahu Akbar" means "The Lord is the most magnificent" or "Allah is the greatest.". while al-Istiftah Dua is the dua that refers to starting the salah. There are multiple dua but here are one of them: غَيْرُكَ (Subhanaka Allahumma wa bihamdika wa tabarakasmuka, wa ta’ala jadduka wa la ilaha ghairuk). 4- Now put both your hands on your chest, place the right hand on top the left hand. The imam will now recite surah Al Fatiha and then a second Surah. The sunnah is to recite surah Al A'la in the first rakah. Listen to the imam carefully and try to focus. 5- When the imam finishes the surah he is reciting you will perform what is called Ruku, meaning that you will bow and place your hands on your knees and say "Subhaana rabiyal 'adheem" three times. Try to make your back parallel to the ground and look at the ground. Then when you hear the imam saying "Sami Allahu liman Hamidah", stand up again and say "Rabbana lakal Hamd", and they both mean "Allah hears those who praise him," and "Our Lord, praise be to You. 6- Now when the imam says "Allahu Akbar." You will go into sujud. You get onto your knees with your forehead touching the ground and say "Subhaana rabiyal a'la" three times. Then you will sit and do another sujud. And this is the end of the first rakah. 7- The imam will say "Allahu Akbar" and you will stand back up. Then the imam will recite surah Al Fatiha and another Surah. The sunnah is to recite Surah Al Ghashiyah in the second rakah. During this listen carefully and try to focus. 8- When the imam raises his hands and say "Allahu Akbar", you should do the same. Then you will recite the al-Istiftah Dua. Afterward, the imam will say "Allahu Akbar" 3 times and you will repeat after him. Then go to ruku after the third "Allahu Akbar". Now say "Subhaana rabiyal 'adheem" three times. Try to make your back parallel to the ground and look at the ground. Then when you hear the imam saying "Sami Allahu liman Hamidah", stand up again and say "Rabbana lakal Hamd", and they both mean "Allah hears those who praise him," and "Our Lord, praise be to You. 9- when the imam says "Allahu Akbar." You will go into sujud. You get onto your knees with your forehead touching the ground and say "Subhaana rabiyal a'la" three times. Then you will sit and do another sujud. 10- When you finish the second sujud sit and say the Tashahhud “All the compliments are for Allah and all the prayers and all the good things (are for Allah). Peace be upon you, O Prophet, and Allah’s mercy and blessings (are on you). And peace be upon us and on the good (pious) worshipers of Allah. I testify that none has the right to be worshipped but Allah and that Muhammad is His slave and Apostle. O, Allah! Praise Muhammad, and on the family of Muhammad, as You Praised Ibraaheem and the family of Ibraaheem; you are indeed Worthy of Praise, Full of Glory. And send blessings on Muhammad, and on the family of Muhammad, as you sent blessings on Ibraaheem, and the family of Ibraaheem; you are indeed Worthy of Praise, Full of Glory.” 11- When you finish the Tashahhud turn your face to the right and say "Assalamu alaikum Wa Rahmatullah." Then turn your face to the left and repeat the prayer again. You will find many stories and books about Eid in the Islamic bookstore, you will also find many Islamic stories for kids, to teach them about Islam. The kid’s stories will also answer their questions like “What time are the 5 daily prayers in Islam?”, “how to pray”

What time is Eid in USA?

When is Eid al Adah in us? Eid Al-Adha will be on Sunday, 10 July 2022.

Is Eid an official holiday in USA?

No, Eid is not an official holiday in the USA.