Thousands of residents in UAE gathered outside mosques to perform prayers of Eid Al Adha

Thousands and hundreds of worshippers of all nationalities and ages lined up in front of mosques from around the United Arab Emirates on Saturday, July 9, to perform prayers of Eid Al Adha while observing measures to control the spread of Covid-19.

Thousands and hundreds of worshippers of all nationalities and ages lined up in front of mosques from around the United Arab Emirates on Saturday, July 9, to perform prayers of Eid Al Adha while observing measures to control the spread of Covid-19.

Eid Al Adha is among the most critical days in the Islamic calendar and is also the holiest celebration. For the Muslim community, it represents happiness, joy, and gathering with their loved ones.

Advertisement

On Saturday, traffic police in the UAE directed motorists as worshippers rushed to find a space to park their vehicles.

Around Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque, located in Dubai’s Al Safa area, devotees tried to get a spot in the mosque. Imams and volunteers looked over worshippers’ entry and exit points at mosques to avert overcrowding and maintain order.

Wearing masks were mandatory while the worshippers were inside the mosque.

After the end of the prayer, worshippers kept sitting and listening to the imam, who delivered a small speech.

Imam at the Al Farooq mosque stated that Eid Al Adha represents happiness and joy.

He further said that people could not enjoy Eid if their hearts were full of hate for others.

Advertisement

Family and friends gathered to greet each other after the end of the prayer.

A 35-year-old Indian man, Mohammed Shafee, was holding the hands of his 5-year-old son Mohammed Shams and greeted his friends.

Shafee stated, ” I make sure every year to bring my family to perform Eid Al Adha prayer. It is a joyous day. It is a must to begin the festival with Eid prayers. I motivate my child to persist in the habit of praying.”

A 47-year-old trading company chief executive, Mohammed Riad from Sri Lanka, performed Eid prayers with his brother and said that this had become a tradition during his 20-year stay in the UAE.

Tariq Saeed

Read More

Egypt COVID wave: 1,121 new cases with 13 deaths

The recent update provided by the Egyptian Ministry of Health notes that a total of 1,121 new cases of the novel coronavirus were recorded by the healthcare facilities in the past 24 hours, as of Friday, March 4.

Vaping Not a Safe Alternative to Quit Smoking, UAE Doctors Warn

IN UAE, an increasing number of cigarette smokers are turning to vaping in hopes of quitting traditional smoking habits. Medical experts caution that vaping is not a safe alternative and does not effectively aid in smoking cessation

Saint Lucia: PM Philip J Pierre extends warm greetings to viewers of Jazz and Art Festival

Prime Minister of Saint Lucia Philip J Pierre has extended warm greetings to the viewers of the Saint Lucia Jazz and Art Festival held at Mindoo Phillip Park. 

Recent

Iraq: Education Minister unveils strategic plans for enhanced system

Minister of Education of Iraq has recently shared an update informing about the enhancement of the education system

Indian Institute of Technology may open campuses in Mideast

On Wednesday, February 2, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has decided to open overseas campuses, including the Gulf and the Middle East. The decision...

Dubai International Airport reported its busiest day after Eid Al Fitr break

Dubai International Airport reported long queues during the weekend, and a large number of travellers came back to the UAE after the long break of Eid Al Fitr.
admin

Too Many Requests