About Bakr-id:
Bakr-id, to be rightly called Id-ul-Azha, is one of the most important Muslim festivals. This festival is observed and celebrated as a Festival of Sacrifice by Muslims all over the world. It falls on the 10th of Dhul-Hagg, the last month of the lunar year. Bakrid is celebrated in commemoration of Abraham's willingness to offer his only son as a sacrifice at God's command. On this day, goats are sacrificed as an offering. Bakrid is celebrated with great enthusiasm and vigor among Muslims. Men and women dress up in new clothes and go to mosques. They offer special prayers or 'Dua' for the peace and prosperity of all Muslims. After the prayer, sacrifice is done. Muslims greet one another 'Eid Mubarak' and share their warmth. They visit relatives and friends and exchange gifts. Special delicacies and dishes are prepared and served amongst family and friends.
Bakrid is one of the most popular festivals celebrated by the Muslims all over the world where it is known as Eid-Al-Adha. It commemorates the sacrifices of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who was ready to sacrifice his first born on God's command, and later sacrificed a sheep as per God's instructions. Animals like goat, sheep, cow or camel are sacrificed on this day. It is a day of feasting and visiting with friends and family. The festival is celebrated after the Hajj pilgrimage.
When is Bakrid celebrated?
Bakrid is celebrated at the end of the month of Islamic holy pilgrimage or Hajj. It falls on the tenth of Dhul-Hugg or the last month of the lunar Islamic calendar.
The rituals of Bakrid
Bakrid is celebrated with lot of ceremony all over the country. It is especially observed in the city of Hyderabad.
The rituals of the festival are as follows:
The rituals of the festival are as follows:
The day begins with Muslims dressing up in new clothes and visiting the mosque. There, they perform dua or prayers for peace and prosperity of all.
Takbir is recited before and after the prayers.
Sacrifice is the most important aspect of Bakrid. Animals like goat, sheep, cow and camel are sacrificed. The animals must meet certain standards of perfection and the sacrifice is carried out in accordance with the religious laws.Wealthy families are expected to provide one animal for sacrifice while if the family is poor, seven or seventy families can contribute to sacrifice one animal. Two thirds of the meat is distributed to the poor and one third is retained by the family for consumptions.
After the prayers, alms are given to the poor.
People visit with each other and exchange greetings of Id Mubarak. They visit houses of friends and relatives to celebrate Id. Feasts are prepared throughout the day. Everybody is made a part of the festivities. Special delicacies are prepared to celebrate Bakrid. In addition, gifts are also exchanged.
When is Bakrid This Year? Bakrid 2015
When is Bakrid in 2015? Know about Bakrid and the day and date on which Bakrid falls this year. Information about holidays and important days in 2015. Find out when is Bakrid in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018Bakrid festival dates between 2012 & 2022
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2012 | Friday, 26th of October |
| 2013 | Tuesday, 15th of October |
| 2014 | Sunday, 5th of October |
| 2015 | Thursday, 24th of September |
| 2016 | Tuesday, 11th of September |
| 2017 | Saturday, 2nd of September |
| 2018 | Wednesday, 22nd of August |
| 2019 | Monday, 12th of August |
| 2020 | Friday, 31st of July |
| 2021 | Tuesday, 20th of July |
| 2022 | Sunday, 10th of July |
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