Eid Al-Adh-ha Message of Ash-Shaikh H. Abdul Nazar,
General Secretary of All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama

Another bright morning has dawned with the ever lasting memories of Prophet Ibraheem (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam), his beloved son Ismaeel (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam) and their sentiments about the sacrifice they were about to perform.

The message that Eid Al-Adh-ha brings to us every year is tolerance - the attitude of Ismaeel (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam) when he heard about his father’s determination to sacrifice him for the sake of Allah as directed by him. This sacrifice and tolerance of Prophet Ibraheem (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam) and his son are expected from every Muslim in every aspect of his life.

It is, indeed, the sacrifice of a family - the family of Ibraheem (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam) that makes Eidul Adh-ha such a unique one.

The Holy Qur-aan declares in many a verse Prophet Ibraheem (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam) a true Muslim who submitted himself to his Creator. Submission to Allah in everything at all times and everywhere is what Islam is. Al-Qur-aan is pregnant with verses dealing with the life of Ibraheem (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam). Let them receive the full attention of all Muslims on this happy day.

On this day of joy and rejoicing, let us remember the hospitality, a great attribute Ibraheem (Alaihis salaatu wassalaam) was adorned with. The rich hospitality which characterized his life is well recorded in the annals with a pet name “Father of Guests”.

I, on my behalf and on behalf of All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama, warmly wish all the Muslim brothers and sisters bright and cheerful Eidul Adh-ha.

May the elation of Eid spread across the globe and unite the Muslims in piety and peace! May Allah stir in their hearts true brotherly love in the spirit of Islam!

Eid Mubaarak!


Ash-Shaikh H. Abdul Nazar
General Secretary, All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama

28.12.2006