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The Islamic world is once again preparing for one of its most sacred and spiritually rewarding times of the year — Dhul Hijjah, the 12th and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. On the evening of Tuesday, May 27, 2025, the crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah was sighted in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, marking the official start of this blessed month from Wednesday, May 28, 2025. This moon sighting also confirms the date for Eid al-Adha 2025, which will be celebrated on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other countries that follow their lunar calendar announcements. --- 🌟 What is Dhul Hijjah? Dhul Hijjah (Arabic: ذُو ٱلْحِجَّة) is one of the four sacred months in Islam. It is most known for two major events: 1. Hajj – the annual pilgrimage to Makkah, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. 2. Eid al-Adha – the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. The first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are ...