I'm SICK
Well Guys from past 5 or 6 days, I'm really really sick, I'm having fever, Cold, Flu and Sore throat problems. Throat problems are annoying, Last Night I wasn't able to sleep all night due to sickness, Till Today morning I wasn't even able to talk properly without pain but Now I'm a little better and at least I can talk properly and the excruciating pain is a lot lessened.
So this means for now I'm having Spicless food and majorly Soups and Milk e.t.c, You know what kind of useless food. Due to sickness I'm in bed and I don't have to work with brother, sister & mother in effort to clean the house for upcoming Eid-ul-Adha (Which is today Nov 27), It's a grand kind of cleaning.
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Eid-Ul-ADHA
[NOTE = I know many of you aren't Muslims but It's one healthy informatrion to note, So if anyone ever says Eid-ul-Adha or Eid-ul-Azha in front of you, You know what does it mean]
What is Eid-Ul-Adha?
Eid al-Adha "Festival of Sacrifice" or "Greater Eid" is a holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God.
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At the end of the Hajj (annual pilgrimage to Mecca), Muslims throughout the world celebrate the holiday of Eid al-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice). In 2009, Eid al-Adha will begin on approximately November 27th.
Eid al-Adha is the latter of two Eid festivals celebrated by Muslims, whose basis comes from the Quran. Like Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha begins with a short prayer followed by a sermon (khutba).
Eid al-Adha annually falls on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja of the lunar Islamic calendar. The festivities last for three days or more depending on the country. Eid al-Adha occurs the day after the pilgrims conducting Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia by Muslims worldwide, descend from Mount Arafat. It happens to be approximately 70 days after the end of the month of Ramadan (or Eid-al-Fitar).
What does Eid al-Adha commemorate?
During the Hajj, Muslims remember and commemorate the trials and triumphs of the Prophet Abraham. The Quran describes Abraham as follows:
"Surely Abraham was an example, obedient to Allah, by nature upright, and he was not of the polytheists. He was grateful for Our bounties. We chose him and guided him unto a right path. We gave him good in this world, and in the next he will most surely be among the righteous." (Quran)
One of Abraham's main trials was to face the command of Allah to kill his only son. Upon hearing this command, he prepared to submit to Allah's will. When he was all prepared to do it, Allah revealed to him that his "sacrifice" had already been fulfilled. He had shown that his love for his Lord superceded all others, that he would lay down his own life or the lives of those dear to him in order to submit to God.
Why do Muslims sacrifice an animal on this day?
During the celebration of Eid al-Adha, Muslims commemorate and remember Abraham's trials, by themselves slaughtering an animal such as a sheep, camel, or goat. This action is very often misunderstood by those outside the faith.
Allah has given us power over animals and allowed us to eat meat, but only if we pronounce His name at the solemn act of taking life. Muslims slaughter animals in the same way throughout the year. By saying the name of Allah at the time of slaughter, we are reminded that life is sacred.
The meat from the sacrifice of Eid al-Adha is mostly given away to others. One-third is eaten by immediate family and relatives, one-third is given away to friends, and one-third is donated to the poor. The act symbolizes our willingness to give up things that are of benefit to us or close to our hearts, in order to follow Allah's commands. It also symbolizes our willingness to give up some of our own bounties, in order to strengthen ties of friendship and help those who are in need. We recognize that all blessings come from Allah, and we should open our hearts and share with others.
It is very important to understand that the sacrifice itself, as practiced by Muslims, has nothing to do with atoning for our sins or using the blood to wash ourselves from sin. This is a misunderstanding by those of previous generations: "It is not their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah; it is your piety that reaches Him." (Quran)
The symbolism is in the attitude - a willingness to make sacrifices in our lives in order to stay on the Straight Path. Each of us makes small sacrifices, giving up things that are fun or important to us. A true Muslim, one who submits his or herself completely to the Lord, is willing to follow Allah's commands completely and obediently. It is this strength of heart, purity in faith, and willing obedience that our Lord desires from us.
What else do Muslims do to celebrate the holiday?
On the first morning of Eid al-Adha, Muslims around the world attend morning prayers at their local mosques. Prayers are followed by visits with family and friends, and the exchange of greetings and gifts. At some point, members of the family will visit a local farm or otherwise will make arrangements for the slaughter of an animal. The meat is distributed during the days of the holiday or shortly thereafter.
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HAPPY EID-AL-ADHA
Eid Mubarak to all my Muslim friends, Have fun and eat awesome foods, Hope you have one awesome Eid :), I've something foyou :D
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SOME ELSE
- First Happy thanksgiving to you all although I still don't know what it is. I read almost 20 blogs regarding Thanksgiving recently and none of them explained what is this day and Why this day is held. Whenever you are making a blog like this, I mean on any special occasion, You should make a notice that GS is a worldwide website and many people around the world wouldn't know what it is, So please explain a little at least :), Please take as an advice not as offensive :D.
- I'm playing COD MW 2, Actually brother is playing, I just played it for a few minutes but I'm addicted to Fable TLC nowadays.
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