As the nation observed the solemn celebration of Eid’l Adha, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday called on Filipinos to reflect on the kind of sacrifices that truly strengthen the country.
"As this solemn celebration coincides with the culmination of the journey of renewal – the Hajj – let us reflect on what kind of offering truly strengthens a nation," Marcos said in his message.
"The measure is not in how much is given, but in what is restored: the dignity where there was a dismissal, fairness where there was neglect, and compassion where there was indifference," he added.
The President said Eid’l Adha invites people to take on a more difficult journey, not to a physical place but toward a transformation of the heart.
He remarked that setting aside temporary concerns allows the Divine to establish itself in people’s hearts and the country, making truth a compelling force that can "shape the public good."
"This sacred day calls us to remember that devotion reveals itself when we are asked to release what we once believed we could never give," said Marcos.
"The story of Prophet Ibrahim endures because it leads us to the edge, to that thin border between obedience and resistance, where the soul must decide what truly matters. What stays in us is not the moment of sacrifice, but the silence that came before it. In that hush, we recognize something achingly familiar: the private reckonings, the sleepless discernments, and the places where we are caught in between," he added.
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Marcos ended his message with the hope that the spirit of Eid’l Adha would inspire Filipinos of all faiths to rise to the challenges of the present, leaving behind not just triumph but meaningful renewal. He stressed that true sacrifice uplifts and leaves a lasting strength.
