ISLAMABAD: As per the Meteorological Department’s predictions, Eid-ul-Adha is anticipated to be observed on June 17, which falls on a Monday.
The Climate Data Processing Centre, PMD, Pakistan, has indicated a strong possibility of moon sightings on Friday, June 7.
Meteorological Data Processing Center, PMD Pakistan, expects a moon sighting on June 6 at 5:38 PM, a sunset forecast at 7:20 PM, and a moonset at 8:30 PM.
“Moon age at sunset in Karachi will be 26 hours and 8 minutes; after sunset, the moon’s visible period is likely to be 72 minutes; the moon should be 19 hours old to be visible.” Meteorological Data Processing Centre, PMD, Pakistan.
However, amidst the anticipation, there is also a recognition of the spiritual significance of Eid-ul-Adha. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and generosity, commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice his son Isma’il (AS) as an act of obedience to Allah.
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As the days pass and the moon approaches sighting, Pakistan stands on the edge of anticipation, waiting for the revelation that will usher in Eid al-Adha. In this uncertainty lies the beauty of faith and tradition, which reminds believers of the divine order that governs the universe and to which humanity must humbly submit.