Corban Festival

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Corban is an important festival for Muslims. Corban Festival is also called Zaishengjie while the Hui people call it Zhongxiaojie (festival of faith and obedience). It comes 70 days after the Feast of the Fast Breaking, or the tenth day on the second month in the Islamic calendar. The festival bears the meaning that disciples will devote everything to show their obedience and faith to Allah.

During the festival, Muslims gather at major mosques and other public places to hold grand ceremonies and celebrations. They prepare livestock beforehand, consisting of healthy camels, oxen, or sheep, and the choice depends on one's financial condition. The meat will be separated into three parts. One part is for the family itself, one for relatives and friends, and the rest part for charity.