By Delicia Janneire
Muslims across Guyana gathered today to observe Eid ul-Adha, a significant religious festival that commemorates Abraham’s obedience to God.
This festival is marked by prayer, feasting, and acts of charity, symbolizing sacrifice for a greater spiritual good.
Eid ul-Adha holds deep cultural and religious significance for Muslims, involving the sacrifice of an animal, typically a cow, as a symbolic gesture linked to the story of Abraham.
The meat from the sacrifice is divided into three parts: one for the family, another for friends and neighbors, and the third for the less fortunate.
This practice emphasizes generosity, compassion, and community sharing.
NCN News visited the Queenstown Jama Masjid, where members of the Islamic community congregated to observe prayers and share in the festivities.
Imam Moulana Rayad Khan highlighted the festival’s theme of personal sacrifice for spiritual improvement and community welfare.
Eid ul-Adha is not only a time of spiritual reflection and devotion but also serves as a reminder of the values of unity, compassion, and generosity within the Muslim community and beyond.