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[Photograph of a prayer gathering at Richmond Jamia Masjid for Eid al-Adha 1996]
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Creators
Creator: Bodalia, Chandra
Date Created
1996-04-11
Description
Photograph of an indoor prayer gathering at the British Columbia Muslim Association, Richmond Jamia Masjid for celebrating Eid al-Adha on April 28, 1996.
Eid al-Adha is the second most important celebration of Islam, (the first being Eid-ul-Fitr). It takes place on the tenth day of the twelfth and last month (Zulharjj) of the Islamic calendar. In 2004, this celebration began on the morning of the 1st of February. Eid-ul-Adha celebrates the occasion when Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son to show his obedience to Allah (God). Muslims all around the world celebrate this day, although it has particular significance for pilgrims who complete a pilgrimage (Hajj) to Mecca.
Richmond Jamia Masjid, located at 12300 Blundell Road in Richmond, British Columbia, is a masjid that serves the local Muslim community. Established in 1983, it offers a variety of services, including daily prayers, Jumu'ah (Friday prayers), and Islamic educational programs for both children and adults. The masjid is also involved in providing funeral services and operates a 24/7 funeral hotline. It hosts a range of community events and programs, and provides space for interfaith dialogue and engagement. In addition, they are home to the BC Muslim School, offering Islamic education. The facilities include prayer spaces, educational areas, and a children's play area.
The British Columbia Muslim Association (BCMA) is a non-profit Sunni Muslim organization incorporated under the Societies Act on November 17, 1966, corresponding to 4 Sha-ban 1386. The BCMA owns and operates several Islamic centers all across British Columbia, The BCMA operates the B.C. Muslim School (BCMS) Richmond and Surrey Muslim School encompassing a preschool as well as an elementary and secondary school. Other community services include Hajj, dawah work, dealing with media and issues affecting Muslims, marriage and counseling services, youth services and halal certification program. The BCMA is dedicated to developing and maintaining religious, cultural and educational facilities for the Muslim community and future generations.
Eid al-Adha is the second most important celebration of Islam, (the first being Eid-ul-Fitr). It takes place on the tenth day of the twelfth and last month (Zulharjj) of the Islamic calendar. In 2004, this celebration began on the morning of the 1st of February. Eid-ul-Adha celebrates the occasion when Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son to show his obedience to Allah (God). Muslims all around the world celebrate this day, although it has particular significance for pilgrims who complete a pilgrimage (Hajj) to Mecca.
Richmond Jamia Masjid, located at 12300 Blundell Road in Richmond, British Columbia, is a masjid that serves the local Muslim community. Established in 1983, it offers a variety of services, including daily prayers, Jumu'ah (Friday prayers), and Islamic educational programs for both children and adults. The masjid is also involved in providing funeral services and operates a 24/7 funeral hotline. It hosts a range of community events and programs, and provides space for interfaith dialogue and engagement. In addition, they are home to the BC Muslim School, offering Islamic education. The facilities include prayer spaces, educational areas, and a children's play area.
The British Columbia Muslim Association (BCMA) is a non-profit Sunni Muslim organization incorporated under the Societies Act on November 17, 1966, corresponding to 4 Sha-ban 1386. The BCMA owns and operates several Islamic centers all across British Columbia, The BCMA operates the B.C. Muslim School (BCMS) Richmond and Surrey Muslim School encompassing a preschool as well as an elementary and secondary school. Other community services include Hajj, dawah work, dealing with media and issues affecting Muslims, marriage and counseling services, youth services and halal certification program. The BCMA is dedicated to developing and maintaining religious, cultural and educational facilities for the Muslim community and future generations.
Note
Source, Richmond Jamia Masjid: https://org.thebcma.com/Home/About/Richmond
Source, British Columbia Muslim Association: https://thebcma.com/Aboutus.aspx
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1 photograph : col. negative
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CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
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