A. 10th Dhul-Hijjah
B. 8th Dhul-Hijjah
C. 9th Dhul-Hijjah
D. 11th Dhul-Hijjah
Submitted by: Areesha Khan
Arafat Day is observed on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, during Hajj, when pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat.
Arafat Day is a significant day in the Islamic calendar and is considered the most important day for pilgrims performing the Hajj. It is also known as Yawm Al-Waqf, which means “the Day of Standing”.
Some things that are said to happen on Arafat Day include:
- Allah perfected Islam
- The Prophet Muhammad delivered his farewell sermon at Mount Arafat
- Allah descends to the skies and forgives pilgrims
- Fasting on Arafat Day absolves sins for the previous and coming years
Some recommended actions to take on Arafat Day include: fasting, increasing acts of worship, making du’a, and giving sadaqah.
The correct answer to the question: "Arafat Day is on which Hijri date?" is "9th Dhul-Hijjah".
