Eid al-Adha in Kenya ― Date, History, and Details
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History of Eid al-Adha in Kenya and How to Celebrate/ Observe It
Eid al-Adha is one of the most important holidays in Islam. It is celebrated to commemorate the Prophet Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son, as an act of obedience to God. Muslims around the world observe this holiday by performing the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, and by sacrificing an animal such as a sheep or a camel.
In Kenya, Eid al-Adha is celebrated with great fanfare. Many people travel to Mecca to perform the Hajj, and those who stay behind celebrate by slaughtering an animal and sharing the meat with family and friends. The holiday is also a time for giving charity to those in need.