Dhul Hijjah 1446: A Sacred Month of Hajj, Sacrifice, and Key Islamic Events

JayimVoice.com – Dhul Hijjah is the 12th and one of the four sacred months in the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. Filled with significant religious observances, it holds immense spiritual value for Muslims worldwide. This year, Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH spans from Wednesday, 28 May 2025 (1 Dhul Hijjah) to Thursday, 26 June 2025 (30 Dhul Hijjah). Key events include Hajj, Eid al-Adha, and the Days of Tashreeq.

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Major Events of Dhul Hijjah:

1. Hajj Pilgrimage (8–13 Dhul Hijjah)

   The Hajj rites begin with Yawm al-Tarwiyah (8 Dhul Hijjah), followed by Wuquf at Arafah (9 Dhul Hijjah)—the pinnacle of Hajj. Eid al-Adha (10 Dhul Hijjah) marks the Feast of Sacrifice, while pilgrims perform Ramy al-Jamarat (stoning of the devil) during the Days of Tashreeq (11–13 Dhul Hijjah).

2. Fasting in Dhul Hijjah (1–9 Dhul Hijjah)

   Fasting the first nine days—especially Yawm Arafah (9 Dhul Hijjah)—is highly recommended. However, fasting is prohibited on Eid al-Adha and the Days of Tashreeq (10–13 Dhul Hijjah).

3. Yawm al-Tarwiyah (8 Dhul Hijjah)

   Pilgrims depart from Makkah to Mina, preparing for Wuquf at Arafah the next day.  

4. Yawm Arafah (9 Dhul Hijjah)

   The climax of Hajj, where pilgrims stand in prayer at Arafah. Non-pilgrims are urged to fast and increase supplications.

5. Eid al-Adha (10 Dhul Hijjah)

   Muslims worldwide perform Eid prayers and Qurbani (sacrifice), commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion.

6. Days of Tashreeq (11–13 Dhul Hijjah)

   Fasting is forbidden; pilgrims complete *Ramy al-Jamarat*, while all Muslims are encouraged to engage in *dhikr* (remembrance) and complete sacrifices.

7. The Sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail

   The story of Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail—later replaced by a ram—is the foundation of Qurbani (Quran 37:102–107).

8. Repentance of Prophet Adam

   Some classical exegeses suggest Adam’s repentance was accepted on Yawm Arafah (Quran 2:37), though no authentic hadith specifies the date.

9. Prophet Zakariyah’s Supplication Answered

   Allah granted Prophet Zakariyah a son (Yahya) in his old age. Some narrations link this to Dhul Hijjah, but without definitive evidence.

10. Prophet Yunus’ Deliverance from the Whale

   After repenting inside a whale, Yunus was saved (Quran 21, 37). Some traditions place this event in Dhul Hijjah, though no authentic source confirms the timing.

11. Birth of Prophet Musa

   Islamic histories suggest Musa was born in Dhul Hijjah during Pharaoh’s reign, though no verified date exists.

12. Birth of Prophet Isa

   Isa’s miraculous birth to Maryam is sometimes associated with Dhul Hijjah, but no authentic text specifies the month.

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