Eid al-Adha: Zil-Hajj Moon Likely to be Sighted on May 17
Preparations for the sighting of the Zil-Hajj moon have begun in Pakistan. According to SUPARCO, there is a strong possibility that the new moon will be sighted on the evening of May 17. This will mark the beginning of the Islamic month of Zil-Hajj and determine the date of Eid al-Adha.
Pakistan's space agency, SUPARCO, has stated that on May 17, the age of the moon will be sufficient to be visible to the human eye. Astronomers say that if the weather remains clear, the moon can be easily seen in various parts of the country. This prediction is based on modern scientific information.
Zil-Hajj is the final and a very significant month of the Islamic calendar. During this month, Muslims from all over the world gather in Makkah to perform the Hajj pilgrimage. Following the moon sighting, the official announcement of the date for Eid al-Adha will be made after the meeting of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
Eid al-Adha brings a message of sacrifice and devotion for Muslims. As soon as the moon is sighted, Eid preparations will intensify across the country, and people will head to cattle markets to purchase animals for sacrifice in accordance with the Sunnah of Ibrahim.