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Motion · S6M-05178 · 22 Jun 2022

Eid al-Adha 2022

Lodged by Foysol Choudhury Standard Motion 25 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament notes the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, starting on the evening of 9 July 2022, depending on the moon sighting; understands that the four-day celebration includes the sacrifice of livestock animals, to represent the lamb offered by Allah in recognition of the Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail; further understands that a third of the resulting meat is eaten by a family, another third donated to friends and relatives, and the final third donated to those in need; notes that the holiday is celebrated with friends and relatives and involves the giving of gifts and the preparation of special food; expresses its hope that Muslims worldwide are able to celebrate this occasion in peace and security, and wishes the Muslim community in Scotland, and around the world, Eid Mubarak.

Supporters (25)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.