Indonesia Announces Eid al-Adha Date for 2025
JAKARTA – May 9, 2024 – The Indonesian government, via the Ministry of Religious Affairs, has officially announced the date for Eid al-adha in 2025. The decision, made after the Isbat session, details the Islamic calendar dates. Minister Nasaruddin Umar announced Friday, June 6, 2025, as the date for the Eid al-Adha holiday.This information is critical for Muslims in Indonesia to start preparing; further details may be shared by the Minister of Religious affairs.
Indonesia Announces Eid al-Adha Date for 2025
Jakarta – The Indonesian government, through the ministry of Religious Affairs, has resolute the date for Eid al-Adha in 2025. The declaration followed the Isbat session, a meeting to determine the Islamic calendar.
Key Dates Announced
- 1 Zulhijah 1446 Hijri: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- eid al-Adha (10 Zulhijah): Friday, June 6, 2025
Official Announcement
Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar made the official announcement after the closed-door isbat session held at the HM Rasjidi Ministry of Religion Auditorium in Central Jakarta.
We conclude that the 1st of Zulhijjah 1446 fell on Wednesday 28 May, so that 10 Zulhijjah or Eid al -Adha Friday 6 June 2025.
nasaruddin Umar, Minister of Religious Affairs
Did you know? The Isbat session combines both astronomical calculations (reckoning) and physical sighting of the new moon (rukyat) to ensure accuracy in determining the Islamic calendar.
Participants in the Isbat Session
The Isbat session included representatives from various Islamic organizations, ensuring a broad consensus in the decision-making process.Key participants included:
- indonesian Ulema Council (MUI)
- Nahdlatul Ulama
- Muhammadiyah
The Process of Determination
The Isbat session began with a seminar on the position of Hilal (the crescent moon) for 1 Zulhijah 1446 Hijri, presented by members of the Falakiyah Team of the Ministry of Religion. The determination of 1 Shawwal 1446 H combined reckoning and rukyat methods.
Pro Tip: Understanding the Islamic calendar requires knowledge of both astronomical calculations and religious practices. The Ministry of Religion integrates these aspects to provide accurate dates for important Islamic holidays.
Muhammadiyah’s Stance
Muhammadiyah, another prominent Islamic institution in indonesia, also uses astronomical calculations to determine the beginning of the Hijri month. They have independently confirmed the date for Iduladha 1446 H.
Muhammadiyah has also established Iduladha 1446 H on June 6, 2025.
FAQ: Eid al-Adha 2025 in Indonesia
- When is Eid al-Adha in Indonesia in 2025?
- Friday, June 6, 2025.
- How is the date of Eid al-Adha determined?
- Through the Isbat session, combining astronomical calculations (reckoning) and physical sighting of the new moon (rukyat).
- Who participates in the Isbat session?
- Representatives from the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), Nahdlatul Ulama, Muhammadiyah, and other Islamic organizations.