King Mohammed VI to Head Eid Al-Adha Prayer at Hassan II Mosque in Tetouan

Rabat – King Mohammed VI will lead the Eid Al-Adha prayer on Thursday at the prestigious Hassan II Mosque in Tetouan, according to a statement from the Ministry of the Royal Palaces.

In the statement, the ministry announced that the king will perform the sacred prayer on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, which marks the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage and commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God.

The ministry further announced that the proceedings of the Eid prayer will be broadcast live on radio and television.

Eid Al-Adha is a time of joy, gratitude, and acts of charity for Muslims worldwide. It is a time for families to come together, share meals, exchange gifts, and extend help to those in need.

Celebrations during Eid vary across different countries and cultures within the Muslim world, but there are certain shared traditions that are commonly observed.

During Eid, Muslims engage in the recitation of Takbirs, which are words of praise and glorification of Allah. This practice typically begins on the day preceding Eid and continues until the third day of the festivities.

In Morocco, for example, it is customary to wear garments such as the “jellaba” and “balgha” (traditional shoes), and children often receive new clothes every year.

On the morning of Eid, men, women, and children are encouraged to gather at mosques or designated outdoor prayer areas known as musalla to partake in the Eid prayers.

The prayers consist of two rakaats (units of prayer) followed by two sermons. Subsequently, it is customary for individuals to embrace one another and exchange greetings with the phrase “Eid Mubarak,” meaning “have a blessed Eid.” Additionally, children receive gifts, and visits to friends and family are common.