Corban Festival 古尔邦节简介.pptVIP

Official name： Arabic: ??? ??????? ‘īd al-’A??á Also called Feast of the Sacrifice, Greater Eid Observed by Muslims around the world Begins 10 Dhu al-Hijjah Ends 12 Dhu al-Hijjah 2012 date 26 October Significance Commemoration of Ibrahims (Abrahams) willingness to sacrifice his eldest son Ishmael in obedience to a command from Allah – and Ishmaels acceptance of this command. Marks the end of the Pilgrimage to sundown, and ask God for forgiveness. Celebrations Family meals (especially lunches and late breakfasts), eating sweet foods, wearing new clothes, giving gifts or money to children Observances Prayers,sacrificing a cow, lamb, goat, sheep, or a camel, giving to poor people as a gift.