Hajj 2025: Over a Million Pilgrims from Abroad Reach Kingdom
Speaking during a press briefing on Hajj preparations, Minister of Media Salman bin Yousef al-Dosari confirmed that “1,070,000 pilgrims have arrived in the Kingdom as of Sunday.” These numbers are expected to rise as more pilgrims make their way to the holy sites in the coming days.
Each year, millions of Muslims from around the world gather in Mecca to perform Hajj. The pilgrimage involves a series of rituals performed over several days and holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims.
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Hajj takes place annually during the Islamic lunar month of Dhul Hijjah. The pilgrimage formally begins on the 8th day of the month and concludes on the 13th. This year, the Hajj is projected to occur from June 4 to June 9, 2025, though the precise dates will depend on the lunar calendar.
Saudi officials have urged local Muslims to observe the sky on Tuesday for the sighting of the crescent moon that will mark the beginning of Dhul Hijjah. Confirming the new lunar month is essential for determining not only the official start of Hajj but also the date of Eid al-Adha, which is observed on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah.
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Eid al-Adha, or the "Festival of Sacrifice," is one of the two major Islamic holidays. It commemorates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God’s command. The occasion is marked by communal prayers, charitable acts, and the ritual sacrifice of animals, commonly sheep, with portions distributed to the needy.
Source: Agencies
