By Helen Castaño | 12:43 PM June 17, 2024
As the sun rises on the morning of Eid al-Adha, the atmosphere in Muslim communities around the world on Sunday, June 16, was filled with a sense of reverence, joy, and unity.
In Bohol, hundreds of worshippers gathered early Sunday morning at the CPG Sports Complex. The same event was also held in Jagna, Catigbian and Ubay towns where Muslim communities are found.
The event in Tagbilaran was attended by Indonesian Ambassador to the Philippines Agus Widjojo.
The Imam’s voice echoes through the loudspeakers, leading the congregation in a special prayer that marks the start of the festival.
The annual Islamic festival, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” commemorates the prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham in Judeo-Christian traditions) unwavering faith and his readiness to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) as an act of obedience to God.
Just as Ibrahim was about to perform the act, God provided a ram to sacrifice instead, signifying a profound moment of divine mercy and faith.
