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that its aim is straight. It knows there are few water holes in the
desert, so it stores up large quantities of water before traveling.

We see that the sheep has a peaceful nature. It is humble, sub-
missive and agreeable. The goat has an appetite for many different
things. Allah has evolved our intellects to give us a great appetite
for learning. The cow is contented, meditative, loyal and faithful.

If put out to pasture, it will patiently stay there. These animals
provide excellent examples of the positive social strengths Allah
has created in man.

THE 'ID CONGREGATION
During the 'Id festivals, Muslims gather in as large a congrega-
tion as possible to show reverence to Allah, our Guardian Evolver,
Cherisher and Sustainer of all the worlds, giving praise and thanks
to Him for enabling us to perform our duty. It is in this Divine Ser-
vice that the spiritual significance, which is the main feature of the
festival, is brought out.