When is Eidul Adha 2025 in Pakistan? Expected dates unveiled
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Pakistan's astronomical experts have projected that Eidul Adha will likely fall on Saturday, June 7, 2025, based on early moon sighting predictions.
However, the final decision regarding the date will depend on the moon sighting, with the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to announce the official date following the moon's visibility in Pakistan.
Meanwhile, the Emirates Astronomy Society has forecasted that Eidul Adha will be celebrated on Friday, June 6, 2025, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
In the UAE, astronomers predict that the Zil Hajj moon will be visible on the evening of May 27, 2025, meaning that the first day of Zil Hajj will begin on May 28.
The moon will rise at 7:02 AM, and it is expected to be visible for about 38 minutes after sunset, increasing the chances of a clear sighting.
Ibrahim Al-Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society, stated that the official date for Eidul Adha will be confirmed based on local moon sightings.
The UAE's official holiday calendar has already marked the public holidays for Eidul Adha, with the break set from the 9th to the 12th of Zil Hajj (1445 AH), corresponding to four days of public holidays.
Eidul Azha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the two major Eid festivals celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It honors the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command.
In recognition of this act of devotion, Muslims around the world engage in the tradition of sacrificing animals, with the meat shared among family, friends, and the less fortunate.
The practice of animal sacrifice is carried out over the three days of Eid, symbolizing Prophet Ibrahim's commitment to God's will.
This act of generosity not only commemorates a sacred historical moment but also reinforces the values of charity, gratitude, and community within the Muslim faith.
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