The Day of Arafah holds a unique and powerful place in the Islamic calendar. Recognised as one of the holiest days in Islam, it gives Muslims an opportunity to be forgiven, to have mercy upon them and the ability to collect immense rewards. As we approach the Day of Arafah 2025, Global Ehsan Relief invites you to honour this sacred day by deepening your worship and making a meaningful impact through your charity.
The Day of Arafah falls on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, the day before Eid al-Adha. In 2025, the Day of Arafah is expected to occur around Sunday, June 5th, depending on the sighting of the moon. It marks the pinnacle of the Hajj pilgrimage, when millions of Muslims gather at the plains of Arafah to pray, supplicate, and seek Allah’s forgiveness.
The virtues of the Day of Arafah are many and deeply significant. It was on this day that Allah perfected the religion of Islam:
“This day I have perfected for you your religion and completed My favour upon you and have approved for you Islam as your religion.” (Quran 5:3)
The Day of Arafah is a day of immense mercy, forgiveness, and emancipation from the Hellfire. According to authentic hadiths, there is no day on which Allah frees more people from the Hellfire than on the Day of Arafah.
Allah SWT has the power to place and remove whoever he wills within the hellfire. Besides the Day of Arafah, another notable action that can protect you against the hellfire is the ability to recite Istighfaar, where one seeks forgiveness from Allah SWT. This act is also known as Dhikr and will hold great weight on the scales during the day of reckoning. We strongly advise for all to engage in supplication as making it a constant habit can make a world of a difference. Try reciting Istighfaar during a commute from work or during a shopping spree. The ability to recite these small yet powerful words can bring you immense blessings.
For those not performing Hajj, fasting on the Day of Arafah is highly recommended. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said:
“Fasting on the Day of Arafah expiates the sins of the previous year and that of the following year.” (Muslim)
It is important to understand how beneficial it is to the soul to be granted such an immense reward that expiates sins by Allah SWT. To have your sins forgiven on a day-to-day basis, one must sincerely repent to Allah. You must have the right intention to seek Allah’s forgiveness, rectify your acts and work extra hard on ensuring that sins aren’t repeated. Allah SWT has blessed those that fast on the Day of Arafah with alleviation of two years of sinning!
Is fasting on the Day of Arafah compulsory? No, fasting is not compulsory but strongly encouraged for non-pilgrims. It is an opportunity for immense spiritual cleansing and elevation.
The Day of Arafah is a time to fill your hours with acts of devotion and righteousness. Here are some recommended practices:
“The best supplication is the supplication on the Day of Arafah. The best of what I and the Prophets before me have said is:
‘La ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay’in qadir’”.
The benefits of fasting on the Day of Arafah are multi-layered: spiritual, emotional, and physical. Beyond the forgiveness of sins, fasting trains the soul to resist temptations and reminds us of the plight of those less fortunate. It instils gratitude, patience, and empathy — values that ripple outward into our daily lives.
Fasting also brings us closer to Allah by making us conscious of His blessings and the importance of obedience. The Day of Arafah presents a once-a-year opportunity to step back from the hecticness of life and renew our commitment to our faith.
Give on the Day of Arafah and Transform Lives with Your Generosity
As we experience the spiritual highs of this blessed day, let us not forget our brothers and sisters who struggle daily with poverty, hunger, and displacement. Global Ehsan Relief works tirelessly to bring food, clean water, healthcare, and hope to communities around the world.
This Day of Arafah 2025, make your fast even more meaningful by giving sadaqah. Your donation could provide an iftar meal, a life-saving medical intervention, or shelter for an orphan.
Donate today and be a source of mercy on the most merciful of days.
Imagine the reward of fasting, making dua, and giving charity — all multiplied on one of the most blessed days of the year! As you fast and pray, let your heart be moved towards generosity. Your small act of giving can lead to monumental changes in the lives of those in need.
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The Day of Arafah is a rare and precious opportunity for every believer. By fasting on the Day of Arafah, engaging in heartfelt dua, and performing acts of charity, we can draw nearer to Allah and purify our hearts. Whether you are at home or in the midst of life’s busy demands, the Day of Arafah 2025 invites you to pause, reflect, and take action — for yourself and for those in desperate need.
Seize the moment. Seize the reward. May Allah accept your worship and magnify your efforts. Ameen.
