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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Celebrations for one of the holiest days on the Islamic calendar will look much different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Eid al-Adha, also known as the “Feast of Sacrifice,” commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifice of his son to God. Traditionally, members of the Muslim faith celebrate Eid through communal prayer, sermons, meals and exchanging gifts. …

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