Eid al-Adha - 2025: the beginning and the end, where to meet prayer time in Moscow, the essence of the holiday for Muslims

In early summer, Muslims celebrate the most significant holiday of the Islamic religion — Eid al-Adha, or the feast of sacrifice. It usually lasts for several days. The exact date of the celebration varies from year to year. Izvestia reports on when Eid al-Adha will begin in 2025, at what time and where to perform prayer in Moscow.

What is the date of Eid al-Adha in 2025, the history of the holiday

The "Feast of sacrifice", also known in Arabic as "Eid al-Adha", is celebrated 70 days after Eid al-Adha, which marks the end of fasting, in memory of the sacrifice of Ibrahim, revered in Islam by the prophet.

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In some regions of Russia, the holiday will be an official weekend.

According to legend, Allah appointed a test for him — to sacrifice his own son. Both were ready to take the test. As a reward for his devotion, the prophet's son's life was spared, and a ram was sacrificed. Since then, Muslims have performed this rite every year, praising the power and mercy of the Almighty.

The main celebrations in 2025 will take place on Friday, June 6. In some regions, the holiday will last until the beginning of the new week. During this time, prayer will be performed in mosques, and festive events will take place on the streets, including the annual Kurban Fest festival.

Prayer time for Eid al-Adha in 2025, Moscow

The Muslim holiday begins with morning prayer, in Moscow it starts at 7:00 a.m. at the Moscow Cathedral Mosque on Mira Avenue, the Historical Mosque near the Novokuznetsk and Tretyakovskaya metro stations and the Shuhada Memorial Mosque on Poklonnaya Gora. An additional playground will also be allocated on the territory of the Technical Sports Center in Pechatniki.

More than 40 sites and 12 sacrificial sites will be available in the Moscow Region. The addresses can be found on the website of the Council of Muftis of Russia.

Traditionally, believers begin to flock to mosques in the dead of the night. For their convenience, additional types of ground transportation will be organized and automobile traffic will be partially blocked. Also, during the holidays, volunteers will distribute food. Part of the meat of the sacrificial animal is given to the poor and needy.

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Muslims begin to prepare for the celebration in advance. After prayer, dressed in clean and tidy clothes, they read the Quran, and then proceed to sacrifice. Special platforms are being set up in Russian cities for this purpose.

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A healthy and well-fed animal is chosen for the ceremony. Believers keep a third for themselves — they can also cook festive dishes from it. Some of them are certainly given to those in need and those who cannot afford to buy meat.

On Eid al-Adha, it is forbidden to wear dirty, untidy clothes, drink alcohol, be greedy and commit immoral acts.

The table is served in a perfectly decorated house, and the most delicious dishes are prepared, including shish kebab, ribs, pilaf, beshbarmak, lagman, and many sweets that are served to guests.

How to congratulate a Muslim on Eid al-Adha

Islam is widespread in Russia. Muslims live in the Chechen Republic, Tatarstan, Ingushetia, Kabardino-Balkaria, Dagestan, Crimea, in the capital and other regions.

Believers are happy to receive congratulations from Orthodox Christians and Catholics. Here are some examples of how to congratulate on a celebration:

"Happy Eid al-Adha! On this sacred day, I wish you and your fellow human beings peace, happiness and family well-being. May all your good intentions and deeds bear fruit, and may your hearts be filled with joy and warmth."

"Congratulations on Eid al-Adha! This holiday reminds all Muslims of man's devotion to God and the mercy of Allah. May generosity, generosity, and love for one's neighbor never run out in your hearts."

"Congratulations to all Muslims on Eid al-Adha! I wish that on this great holiday your souls will be filled with joy and purity. May Allah always hear your prayers. I wish you all the earthly and spiritual blessings!"

For other Eid al-Adha greetings and postcards that can be shared on the holiday, see the special Izvestia article.