Chief Minister Ahod Ebrahim joins the Bangsamoro community in the congregational prayer in observance of the Eid al-Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice on Sunday morning, June 17, 2024 inside the Bangsamoro Government Compound (BGC) in Cotabato City. (Benyamen Cabuntalan/BIO)
COTABATO CITY—As Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha on Sunday, Chief Minister Ahod Ebrahim called on Bangsamoro community to reflect on the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.), inspiring selflessness for a stronger, unified Bangsamoro.
“As we commemorate this day, let us emulate the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.), especially in times when fate is not on our side,” Ebrahim said in a message issued on June 16.
Eid al-Adha, also known as the “Feast of Sacrifice,” commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s (A.S.) unwavering faith and obedience to Allah (SWT). The story of his willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail (A.S.) serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of sacrifice and devotion.
In his message, the Bangsamoro leader further emphasized the importance of reflecting on this concept in the context of the Bangsamoro people’s journey: “Today is a moment for every believer to remain true to our core values: that, amidst the challenges of life, the sacrifices we endure hold profound meaning and wisdom.”
“It is through the sacrifices and obedience of the Bangsamoro people that we have progressed in our struggle for justice and equality,” the Chief Minister added.
Ebrahim stressed the importance of unity for the Bangsamoro’s future.
“It is also my hope that, as a community, we can work together to build a society that transcends our cultural, religious, and political divides,” he stated. (Aisah Abas/BIO)
