12 Things to do this morning before Eid Adha

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Here are important things to do on the morning before Eid al-Adha to prepare yourself spiritually, mentally, and practically:

πŸŒ… Spiritual Preparation

  1. Wake Up Early – Begin your day with Fajr prayer and some quiet reflection.

  2. Recite Dhikr and Takbeer – Begin the morning with Takbeer al-Tashreeq:

    β€œAllahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illa Allah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa Lillahil Hamd.”

  3. Make Ghusl (ritual bath) – Cleanse yourself in preparation for the Eid prayer.

  4. Wear Your Best Clothes – Dress in clean, modest, and preferably new or best attire.

πŸ•Œ Eid Prayer Preparation

  1. Do Not Eat Before Prayer (if sacrificing) – If you’re planning to offer a sacrifice, it is Sunnah to delay eating until after the Eid prayer and sacrifice.

  2. Plan to Attend Eid Prayer Early – Aim to arrive early at the Eid ground or mosque. Use the time for dhikr or silent dua.

  3. Use Miswak or Brush Your Teeth – Maintain personal hygiene, a practice loved by the Prophet ο·Ί.

🐐 Sacrifice Planning

  1. Confirm Your Qurbani/Sacrifice Arrangements – Ensure your sacrificial animal is ready and the butcher or abattoir is scheduled.

  2. Intend Sincerely – Make a heartfelt niyyah (intention) for the sacrifice in accordance with Sunnah.

🀲 Family and Community

  1. Wake and Prepare Your Family – Help your household, especially children, get ready in good time.

  2. Greet Others Joyfully – Prepare to greet fellow Muslims with “Eid Mubarak” and warm wishes.

  3. Prepare Food and Gifts – Finalise any meal prep or gifts for family, neighbours, or the needy.

βœ… Bonus Sunnah Acts:

  • Walk to the prayer ground if possible

  • Return from Eid prayer using a different route

  • Give charity (Sadaqah) generously