Teknowarta – Indonesia’s Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) has officially announced that 10 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 Hijriah, marking the celebration of Eid al-Adha, will fall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. This significant decision for the nation’s Muslim community follows a comprehensive Isbat (confirmation) session dedicated to determining the precise start of the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah.
During a press conference held at the Kemenag RI office in Jakarta on Sunday, May 17, 2026, Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar confirmed the key dates. “Based on both astronomical calculations (hisab) and verified reports of the crescent moon (hilal) being sighted, it has been unanimously agreed that 1 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 Hijriah will commence on Monday, May 18, 2026,” Minister Umar stated. He further elaborated, “Consequently, the auspicious Day of Eid al-Adha, corresponding to 10 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 Hijriah, will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.”
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The rigorous process of determining Dhu al-Hijjah’s beginning involved extensive nationwide moon sighting observations. Minister Umar explained that the hilal was actively monitored at 88 strategic points across Indonesia. Crucially, the crescent moon was definitively confirmed as visible by K.H. Su’udil Azka and Sarkasi in Lamongan Regency, East Java, whose sworn testimonies were officially recorded by a judge from the Lamongan Religious Court, ensuring the validity and accuracy of the sighting.
Further illustrating the scientific precision behind the decision, Minister Umar shared specific astronomical data. He noted, “The height of the hilal above the horizon ranged from 3° 17′ 33″ to 6° 56′ 58″, with the elongation angle measured between 8° 54′ 49″ and 10° 37′ 7″.” These meticulous measurements reinforce the meticulous methodology employed for establishing the Islamic calendar dates.
Minister Nasaruddin expressed his heartfelt hope that this unified decision would serve as a clear and unwavering guide for all Muslims throughout Indonesia. This enables them to simultaneously commence the sacred rangkaian ibadah (series of worships) associated with Dhu al-Hijjah, including the optional Tarwiyah and Arafah fasts, the congregational Eid al-Adha prayers, and the blessed act of Qurban (animal sacrifice).
Beyond the religious observances, Minister Umar emphasized the broader societal significance of this blessed occasion. “More than that, we all sincerely hope this moment will strengthen our togetherness, foster Islamic brotherhood (ukhuwah Islamiyah), and reinforce our unity as one nation,” he concluded. His remarks resonated with a heartfelt prayer: “May Allah SWT always grant blessings and accept all our acts of worship.”
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The Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) of Indonesia