05/27/2026
Kurban Bayramı translates to "The Feast of the Sacrifice" (or Sacrifice Feast) in English. Globally, it is more commonly known by its Arabic name, Eid al-Adha.
Here is a quick breakdown of what the holiday represents:
The Meaning: It commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham's) willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God, before God intervened and provided a ram instead.
The Traditions: Celebrated by Muslims worldwide, it is a multi-day festival of charity, community, and family. Those who can afford to will ritually sacrifice an animal (like a sheep, goat, or cow) and distribute the meat to family, neighbors, and the poor.
The Name: In Turkish, kurban refers to sacrifice, and bayram means festival or holiday.
