HYMN: "EID-Ul ADHA 26" BY KARIM MAN DE POET

Today, we sacrifice

More than just an animal

We sacrifice our ego

Our desires, our fears, our doubts

We surrender to the divine

To the unknown, to the unseen

We surrender our will, our control

And embrace the beauty of submission

Just like Ibrahim, we stand

At the precipice of faith

Ready to let go of what's dear

To trust in the unknown, to trust in the divine

Today, we remember

The sacrifice of love

The sacrifice of trust

The sacrifice of surrender

May our hearts be pure

May our intentions be true

May our sacrifices be accepted

And may our faith be renewed

© Karim Man De Poet

- Ghana

The poem "Eid-Ul Adha 26'" reflects on the spiritual meaning of Eid al-Adha, emphasizing that true sacrifice goes beyond offering an animal. The poet explains that believers must also sacrifice their ego, fears, desires, and personal control in complete submission to God. Through this message, the poem highlights faith, obedience, and spiritual surrender.

Drawing inspiration from Ibrahim, the poem compares the believer’s journey to his willingness to trust and obey the divine command. It celebrates the values of love, trust, and devotion while ending with prayers for purity, sincere intentions, accepted sacrifices, and renewed faith.