25/05/2026
The Day of Arafah is one of the most sacred days in Islam. It falls on the 9th day of Dhul Hijjah, the day before Eid al-Adha.
Day of Arafah
Why it is important.?!
It is the day when pilgrims performing Hajj gather at the plain of Mount Arafat for the central rite of Hajj.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“Hajj is Arafah.”
It is a day of mercy, forgiveness, and answered prayers.
Allah perfected the religion on this day, as mentioned in the Qur’an (Surah Al-Ma’idah 5:3).
Fasting on the Day of Arafah:
For those not performing Hajj, fasting this day is highly recommended.
The Prophet ﷺ said that fasting on Arafah:
“Expiates the sins of the previous year and the coming year.”
Best acts of worship on this day:
•Fasting
•Making du‘a (supplication)
•Dhikr (remembering Allah)
•Seeking forgiveness
•Sending salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ
•Reading Qur’an
•Giving charity
One of the best du‘as to say is:
“Lā ilāha illallāhu waḥdahu lā sharīka lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-ḥamdu wa huwa ‘alā kulli shay’in qadīr.”
A famous du‘a for Arafah
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“The best supplication is the supplication on the Day of Arafah.”
When it occurs:
The Day of Arafah changes each year according to the Islamic lunar calendar. It is observed on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah, immediately before Eid al-Adha.
