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Dhul Hijjah, Arafah and Eid al-Adha Planning Guide
A calendar guide for reading Dhul Hijjah event pages, the Day of Arafah, Eid al-Adha timing and local Hajj-season boundaries.
Event window
Dhul Hijjah 8-13 for Hajj, 9 for Arafah, 10 for Eid al-Adha
Planning boundary
Calendar sequence, not operational Hajj instruction
Local check
Confirm Eid prayer and local moon-sighting practice
Dhul Hijjah planning brings several related dates into one short window: the beginning of the month, the Hajj days, the Day of Arafah and Eid al-Adha. Quran 22:27-28 anchors Hajj as a known public pilgrimage season, but a web calendar still has to show the difference between expected civil dates and local religious announcements.
The Muslim Post calendar treats these pages as planning references. The event pages can help readers see the sequence, compare 9 Dhul Hijjah and 10 Dhul Hijjah, and understand why Hajj-related dates are often read alongside Saudi Arabia announcements while local Eid prayer arrangements may still depend on the reader's community.
For ordinary planning, use the date page to organize time off, fasting reminders, family plans and Eid logistics. For worship decisions, local practice, Hajj operations or disputed moon-sighting questions, confirm with the authority you follow.
Dhul Hijjah Event Sequence
| Event | Hijri anchor | Use this page for | Boundary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hajj days | 8-13 Dhul Hijjah | Understanding the date sequence. | Not a pilgrim operations guide. |
| Day of Arafah | 9 Dhul Hijjah | Fasting reminders and calendar planning for non-pilgrims. | Confirm local teaching and health limits. |
| Eid al-Adha | 10 Dhul Hijjah | Eid date, prayer and family logistics. | Prayer time and local announcements are community-specific. |
| Local decision | Near the final nights | Resolving one-day differences. | Follow the authority you normally follow. |
FAQ
Is the Day of Arafah always the day before Eid al-Adha?
In the Hijri sequence, Arafah is 9 Dhul Hijjah and Eid al-Adha begins on 10 Dhul Hijjah. Civil-calendar display can still differ by local announcement.
Can this guide replace local Hajj or Eid instructions?
No. It is a date and planning guide. Follow official Hajj operators, local mosques and community authorities for operational or worship-specific instructions.
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