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Malay Mail
28-05-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
Indonesia to celebrate Aidiladha on June 6, a day earlier than neighbouring Malaysia and Singapore
JAKARTA, May 28 — Muslims in Indonesia will celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha on June 6, according to the Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar. He made the announcement after chairing a rukyatul hilal (moon sighting) meeting to determine 1 Zulhijjah 1446H and Hari Raya Aidiladha at the ministry on Tuesday night. 'Based on the reports received, it has been agreed that 1 Zulhijjah will fall on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, and 10 Zulhijjah or Aidiladha will be on Friday, June 6, 2025,' he said in a statement. With this announcement, Indonesia will celebrate Aidiladha a day earlier than its neighbouring countries Malaysia and Singapore. — Bernama
Khaleej Times
27-05-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
These countries will celebrate Eid Al Adha on June 6
[Editor's Note: For latest updates on Eid Al Adha announcements in the UAE and region, read Khaleej Times' live blog here.] Countries across the world have been waiting eagerly to sight the moon which will mark the start of Dhul Hijjah, indicating the day Eid Al Adha will be celebrated, which is 10 days from the start of the month. A day before Eid Al Adha, Muslims mark one of the holiest days — Arafah Day — which falls on the ninth day of Dhul Hijjah. Moon sighting is based on the Islamic calendar which is set according to the lunar cycle. This means that all significant days in the Islamic calendar move forward approximately 11 days each year. Therefore, the sighting of the moon determines when the month of Dhul Hijjah starts and when the 10th day will be. This year, Muslims around the world will celebrate Eid Al Adha on either Friday, June 6, or Saturday, June 7, depending on the sighting. Eid Al Adha, a holy festival celebrated by Muslims, falls more than two months after Eid Al Fitr. The occasion is marked by faithful through special animal sacrifices, prayers, charity and celebrations. Here are the countries who have spotted the moon on Tuesday, May 27, and will be celebrating the holy festival on Friday, June 6. Indonesia Indonesia will be marking the start of the month on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. This means that Eid Al Adha will be celebrated on Friday, June 6 in the Asian country. The Minister of Religion Nasaruddin Umar announced the date in a press conference at the Office of the Ministry of Religion, Jakarta, after the crescent was spotted on Tuesday, May 27.
Barnama
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Muslims In Indonesia To Celebrate Aidiladha On June 6 — Ministry Of Religious Affairs
By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar JAKARTA,May 27 (Bernama) -- Muslims in Indonesia will celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha on June 6, according to the Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar. He made the announcement after chairing a rukyatul hilal (moon sighting) meeting to determine 1 Zulhijjah 1446H and Hari Raya Aidiladha at the ministry on Tuesday night.
Arab News
24-04-2025
- General
- Arab News
Saudi exhibition takes Indonesians on virtual tour of Islamic heritage
JAKARTA: A week-long Saudi exhibition opened in Jakarta on Thursday, offering Indonesian visitors virtual tours of the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, as well as a display of the features of the Holy Kaaba. Organized by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs, the display, titled 'Jusoor' or bridges, is being held at the Istiqlal Mosque complex in Jakarta. The event is free to the public and will run until May 3. It was inaugurated by Indonesia's Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar and Saudi Arabia's Islamic Affairs Undersecretary Dr. Awwad bin Sabti Al-Anzi. 'This exhibition symbolizes the strengthening of cultural and diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, while also serving as a platform to introduce the rich history and civilization of Islam to the general public,' Umar said on social media. 'Through the collection of artifacts, ancient manuscripts, and interactive multimedia installations, (it) invites visitors to explore the Islamic world's contribution to science, art and culture across time.' Aside from the virtual tours of the two holy mosques, the Saudi exhibition in Jakarta features their scale models and photos of the Kaaba. Designed to be educational and child-friendly, it also invites visitors to explore the printing of the Qur'an, view rare manuscripts, learn about Arabic calligraphy, and to taste qahwa — the traditional Arabic coffee. Organizers are aiming to attract 1 million visitors. 'The exhibition, which aims to attract 1 million visitors, embodies the Kingdom's efforts to spread moderation, serve the Holy Qur'an, and strengthen bridges of cultural and human communication between peoples,' the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs said in a statement on X. According to Ahmad Zayadi, information director of Islamic affairs at Indonesia's Religious Affairs Ministry, the event showcases Saudi Arabia's role in world culture and history. '(The Kingdom's) standing in the Islamic world makes it a center of civilization that is inseparable from mankind's history and cultural development,' Zayadi said. 'We are showing the world that religion and culture are not just legacies of the past, but a strategic foundation to build future civilizations.'
The Star
23-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Officials, Catholic leaders in Indonesia send condolences for Pope Francis
Interfaith friendship: Pope Francis (right) kisses the hand of Istiqlal Mosque grand imam Nasaruddin Umar on Sept. 5, 2024, after a meeting with religious leaders at Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta. - AFP JAKARTA: Indonesian officials and Catholic figures have offered condolences on the death of Pope Francis, who is remembered as a role model for peace and humanity not only for Catholicism, but also the world. President Prabowo Subianto expressed his condolences on a recorded statement issued on Monday (April 21), saying that the world had 'lost a role model deeply committed to peace, humanity and brotherhood'. 'Your message of upholding humanity and peace will forever remain in our hearts,' he concluded the statement. In a separate statement issued on Monday, Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar expressed his sorrow, remembering Pope Francis as a close friend. Nasaruddin, who is also the grand imam of the Istiqlal Mosque, accompanied the pontiff during the latter's visit to Jakarta in September of last year. During a visit to South-East Asia's largest mosque, the two figures signed the Istiqlal Declaration, a four-point document calling for joint action to address the world's humanitarian and environmental crises 'His contributions and friendship will never be forgotten,' the religious affairs minister said. 'We pray that His Holiness is granted a worthy place by God's side, in accordance with the wisdom he has shown throughout his life.' Jakarta Archbishop Cardinal Ignatius Suharyo, who was appointed cardinal by Pope Francis in 2019, said he could not believe the news at first as the pontiff was still present at the Easter Sunday Mass. The pope made a surprise appearance on the balcony overlooking St. Peter's Square on Sunday to bless the 35,000 people gathering to celebrate Easter at the Vatican. Three days prior, on Thursday, he made a visit to the Regina Coeli jail in Rome. Sitting in a wheelchair, he spent half an hour meeting prisoners, a tradition he had observed both before and after being elected Pope in 2013. 'We all, not only Catholics, feel this loss,' Suharyo said. 'The simplicity reflected in his way of life made him truly noble.' Bishops Council of Indonesia (KWI) executive secretary Paulus Christian Siswantoko reflected the examples set by Francis. 'He cared deeply for the environment and viewed nature as our home. He also strongly emphasised universal brotherhood,' he told The Jakarta Post on Monday. The organisation has instructed Catholic churches across the country to hold a requiem Mass as part of memorial services for Pope Francis. The Jakarta Cathedral is scheduled to hold a requiem Mass on Thursday. - The Jakarta Post/ANN
