Eid-al-Adha 2025 in UAE: Moon sighting date, time
Eid-al-Adha, one of the two major holy festivals of the religion of Islam will be celebrated from June 6 to June 8, 2025, across the world. The larger of the two festivals, Eid-al-Adha is observed to honour the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of obedience towards God.
What are the moon sighting timings in UAE?
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The exact date and time of Eid depends on the location of the moon which differs from place to place. In Saudi Arabia, Eid will be celebrated on June 6. These are the moon sighting timings as per reports.
June 6
Moonrise: 4:24 amMoonset: 6:28 pm
June 7
Moonrise: 5:05 pmMoonset: 9:44 am (June 8)
Where to watch the moon?
Moon sightings are confirmed by the local mosques and Islamic authorities. However, you can begin looking for the moon on the western horizon shortly after sunset.
Will UAE residents get an extra day off for Eid celebrations?
After the confirmation from the moon-sighting committee on Tuesday, May 27, the holidays for Eid began with Arafat Day on Thursday, June 5 and are followed by Eid-al-Adha on Friday, June 6, Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8.Since the festival falls on a weekend when it is already a holiday for the residents will they be getting an extra day off?The UAE Labour Law does not mandate a compulsory day off when public holidays fall on weekends.“Public holidays are not carried forward if they fall on another public holiday or during the weekend,” as per the UAE Cabinet.
History and significance of Eid-al-Adha?
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Eid-al-Adha literally means the ‘Festival of Sacrifice.’ It is celebrated on the 10th of Dhu-al-Hijja, the twelfth and last month of the Islamic calendar. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s dedication to God as he was ready to sacrifice his son Ismail on his commandment. Impressed by his devotion that made him ready to sacrifice a child he had prayed for, God replaced his son with a ram and symbolised his divine mercy and love for his followers.The festival teaches Muslims all around the world to persevere through the tests God presents them with, as he will also grace them with his blessings.
