What is Hajj 2025?
Hajj 2025 is coming…
Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and it is one of the Five Pillars of Islam — the core acts of worship that every Muslim is expected to follow.
The pilgrimage is required at least once in a lifetime for every adult Muslim who is physically and financially able. Hajj takes place in and around Mecca, including key locations like Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. It is a deeply spiritual journey that represents devotion, equality, and unity among Muslims from around the world.
When is Hajj 2025?
Hajj takes place from the 8th to the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah, which is the 12th and final month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. Since the Islamic calendar is lunar, the dates shift each year in the Gregorian calendar.
Hajj 2025 is expected to be from:
Dependant on the moon sighting in Saudi Arabia, Hajj 2025 is predicted to be June 4 to June 9, 2025, Eid al-Adha should begin on June 9, 2025.
What happens each day of Hajj?
Millions of Muslims gather each year for Hajj, dressed in simple white garments known as Ihram, which symbolises purity and equality before God, regardless of race, nationality, or status.
Hajj retraces the steps of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his family. The rituals include Tawaf (circling the Kaaba), Sa’i (walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah), standing in prayer at Mount Arafat, and the symbolic stoning of the devil at Mina. Pilgrims also participate in the sacrifice of an animal, which is part of the Eid al-Adha celebration, to honor Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God.
The experience of Hajj is not only physically demanding but also spiritually uplifting. It allows Muslims to cleanse their sins and renew their faith. Pilgrims often return home with a sense of spiritual rebirth and a commitment to live more righteously.
Hajj is much more than a physical journey — it is a profound reminder of humility, sacrifice, and the shared bond of the Muslim Ummah (community). For many, it is the most important journey of their lives.
Key Rituals of Hajj:
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Ihram: Entering a sacred state with special clothing and intentions.
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Tawaf: Circling the Kaaba seven times.
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Sa’i: Walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah.
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Standing at Arafat (Wuquf): A day of prayer and reflection.
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Muzdalifah and Mina: Spending the night under the stars and performing symbolic rituals.
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Animal sacrifice: Part of Eid al-Adha, commemorating Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son.
It’s a powerful spiritual journey and one of the largest annual gatherings in the world. There are rules and changes in Saudi Arabia for Hajj that you should know too.