Updated On: 27 June, 2023 12:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Muslims begin the day by performing a special congregational prayer called the Eid prayer

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Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a significant Islamic festival celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. Here`s how the world traditionally celebrates this Islamic festival:
Observance of Prayer: Muslims begin the day by performing a special congregational prayer called the Eid prayer. They gather in mosques or open prayer grounds, wearing their best attire, to engage in communal worship and seek blessings.