The most blessed days of the year — no deeds are more beloved to Allah
Dhul Hijjah expected to begin on ...
Based on Umm al-Qura calendar estimates
Fast the first 9 days, especially the Day of Arafah — it expiates sins of two years
Say "Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illallah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillahil hamd"
Increase your recitation and reflection on the words of Allah
Give generously — the reward for charity is multiplied in these blessed days
Fill your time with SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, and La ilaha illallah
Turn to Allah with sincere repentance and seek His forgiveness
Dhul Hijjah is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. It is one of the four sacred months in Islam. The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are considered the most blessed days of the entire year, during which the Hajj pilgrimage takes place. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasized the importance of good deeds during these days, stating that they are more beloved to Allah than deeds on any other days.
The 9th of Dhul Hijjah is the Day of Arafah, considered the greatest day of the year. For those not performing Hajj, fasting on this day is highly recommended. The Prophet ﷺ said: "Fasting the Day of Arafah expiates the sins of the previous year and the coming year." It is also a day of immense supplication, as Allah frees more people from the Hellfire on this day than any other.
Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah and is the greater of the two Eid celebrations. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. Muslims who are able offer Udhiyah (animal sacrifice) and distribute the meat among family, friends, and those in need. The celebration continues for three days (Ayyam al-Tashreeq).