Shia Calendar Categories: Important Islamic Dates

Celebrating Eid-ul-Adha. Following the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him), on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, the multitudes of Muslims who have been blessed to perform the Hajj and others throughout the world mark the blessed day of ‚Eid-ul-Adha also known as Eid al Hajj or Eid al Qurban.The day, which begins with thanks to Allah in the form of the Salat of Eid is completed through the sacrifice of an animal – the meat of which is distributed to those less fortunate – thus maintaining the balanced life of a Muslim – taking care of the rights of the Creator and the creation.

Celebrating ‚Eid-e-Gadeer 10 A.H. Few days can compare in greatness and importance as the day when the Almighty completed and perfected His faith for all of humanity, an event that occurred in the 10th year after the migration on the 18th of the month of Dhul Hijjah on the plains of Ghadir.

Celebrating ‚Eid-ul-Mubahilah 9 A.H.To those that argue with you concerning Jesus after the knowledge you have received say: ‚ÄòCome, let us gather our sons and your sons, our women and your women, ourselves and yourselves. We will pray together and call down the curse of Allah on every liar‚Äô. [Glorious Quran Chapter 3 verse 61]

Celebrating ‚Eid-e-Zehara The extraordinary two-month period of mourning reaches its climax with the death of the 11th Imam on the 8th of Rabi ul-Awwal. The day that follows, according to tradition, is the greatest Eid (celebration) for the lovers of the Ahlul Bait. Known as ‚ÄòId-uz-Zahra, this day honours the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) as a day of great joy and happiness for the believers.