Eid ul Adha

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It's an early Friday morning of the hot summer month of June. With the sun almost rising from the horizon - the birds can be seen flying from afar as they emerge from their nests to make haste for a brand new special day - Eid ul Adha!


As the sun's rays penetrate from the depths of the horizon - the sound of the call for prayer can be heard very distinctly from the mosques of the neighbourhood. Calling out to the Almighty, the preacher gives thanks to God for this special day in poetic chants heard that enliven the entire Levantine neighbourhood.


The congregation are filled with smiles as they greet each other, celebrating a spirit of communion, spirit of hope and a spirit of steadfastness in their faith that has blessed them all to be in the best and one of the safest countries in the entire Middle East - the UAE!


Comments

Anonymous said…
Couldn't agree more. We are blessed to be living in the UAE.
June 6, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Anonymous said…
Blessed
June 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Anonymous said…
This is exactly what the world needs. More sharing more love💕
June 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Anonymous said…
Well written Bryce and Eid Mubarak to all. This Feast is a remembrance of how God tests Abraham's faith by commanding him to sacrifice his son, Isaac, as a burnt offering. Abraham, demonstrating his obedience and unwavering faith, prepares to fulfill God's request, but an angel intervenes, stopping him from carrying out the sacrifice. God provides a ram instead, symbolizing his provision and his willingness to spare Isaac. Let us continue to pray that the Holy Spirit enables us to grow in our Faith like Abraham and obey our God by doing His Will at all times. Let us also thank God for this Country in which we are allowed to practice our Faith so freely and fearlessly. Amen.
June 6, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Anonymous said…
Kudos Bryce. Well written piece which showcases the solidarity of our Muslim brethren celebrating their beloved festival. In an equal measure we too need to send up our gratitude to The Almighty for blessing us to be living in a safe and secular environment.
June 6, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Anonymous said…
Festival of love and togetherness
June 6, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Alan De Menezes said…
Beautifully penned Bryce ! Well done.
June 6, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Ruth Saldanha said…
Well said!! It's love that will survive.
June 6, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Shazia said…
Well written Bryce, love to read your articles, keep writing !! It’s becoming rare these days youngsters doing it.
June 6, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Anonymous said…
Well written Bryce.
June 7, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Anonymous said…
Well written Bryce.
June 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Anonymous said…
Beautifully captured Eid celebrations in your piece. Well written Bryce.
June 7, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Anonymous said…
Great read!! Keep it coning Bryce! 😊
June 8, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Alvira khan said…
Just loved the way you have written it…really amazing……one of the best way to celebrate Eid by reading this piece ✨✨
June 9, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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