This Sunday Muslims celebrate Eid
al-Adha, who are calling for a massive service on the Temple Mount. It is also known as the “Festival of the
Sacrifice” which celebrates Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son. Because of his willingness, God provided a
sacrifice instead. The animal is
sacrificed and divided three ways. One
portion is given to the poor and needy; another portion is kept for home; and
the final portion is shared with relatives.
This year the “Festival of the
Sacrifice” takes place on the same day as the Jewish Tisha B’Av, which is a day
of mourning for the destruction of the First and Second Jewish Temples. There was talk of allowing Jews up to the
mount, but a final decision has not been made known.
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