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(Eid ul-Adha) is celebrated in honor of the prophet Abraham when he intended to sacrifice his son Ishmael as a proof of his loyalty to God. Eid ul-Adha is translated into English as "The Feast of Sacrifice", when Muslims all over the world present an animal (usually a cow) sacrifice as a gratitude action for God saving the Prophet Ismail's life. The slaughtered animal meat is divided into thirds, one for the person who is presenting the beast, one to be distributed to his poor relatives, and the last third for the needy, regardless of their religion, race, or nationality. As with Eid ul-Fitr, there is an early morning prayer for the Eid, and celebrations are extended for Four days.

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Well, I haven't been subjected to the slaughtering of any animals, but I have heard that it's a pretty big - and smelly celebration - in some parts.

This morning, Fahim and his dad went to mosque, wearing new clothes, since wearing new clothes is a tradition for Eid. While they were gone, Fahim's mom and I cooked breakfast. String hoppers, fish curry, pol sambol, and, um, a syrop I don't remember the name of that's make from coconut milk and jaggery.

For lunch, Fahim's brother & his wife, and his wife's parents, will be coming over. Then it's general lounging about, chatting about everything, and that sort of thing for the remainder of the day.

I'm wearing a royal blue shalwaar kameez with embroidered royal blue & aqua starfish all over it. We bought the kit in Dubai.

[ December 31, 2006, 01:02 AM: Message edited by: quidscribis ]

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