President Nazarbayev congratulates Kazakhstanis on Eid al-Adha
ASTANA. KAZINFORM - Head of State Nursultan Nazarbayev has congratulated Kazakhstanis on Eid al-Adha, Kazinform has learned from the president's press service.
"Dear compatriots! I wholeheartedly congratulate you on Eid al-Adha! At all times Eid al-Adha was one of the most important holidays celebrated by Muslims. It solemnizes timeless human values: peace, mercifulness and mutual help. In our country the celebration of Eid al-Adha takes center stage in the development of cultural and spiritual values, strengthening of peace and accord in the society. As any other religious holiday, Eid al-Adha has become an important event in the spiritual life of Kazakhstanis, in consolidation of moral principles and the spirit of unity among our people. Eid al-Adha symbolizes the celebration of good, mercifulness, forgiveness, and compassion... I wish all Kazakhstanis good health, success and prosperity!" the congratulatory message of the President read.