EID-UL-ADHA is a sacred celebration that helps to unite Guyanese from all walks of life, through acts of compassion and sharing. This is the message of President David Granger as the Muslim community and other Guyanese observe Eid-ul-Adha today.

The President said that the observance, known as ‘the feast of the sacrifice’, is sacred as it commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim’s unshakeable faith and unwavering obedience to Allah’s command to sacrifice his beloved son Ishmael.

In Guyana, like other parts of the world, he said that Eid-ul-Adha is observed countrywide with the offering of prayers and the distribution of food, usually the meat of a sacrificial lamb, and alms to the less fortune in society.

“These expressions of generosity to the poor and needy strengthen the chords of cohesion among people in our country. They demonstrate our common humanity and concern for others. They are a manifestation of our collective endeavour to build a more equitable society where everyone will be treated with dignity and respect,” the President said.

He was pleased to point out that Guyanese, today, are becoming a more caring, considerate and compassionate people.
“We are working towards living in an inclusive society in which everyone, regardless of race, religion or region of residence will be respected and no one will feel excluded or marginalised,” he said.

s Guyanese celebrate today, the President prayed for the outpouring of charity and concern for others — the characteristic of Eid-ul-Adha — which he said will promote greater harmony in Guyana. He wished all Guyanese, especially the Islamic community, a peaceful and joyous Eid-ul-Adha.