Muhammadiyah Sets March 1, 2025, as the Start of Ramadan 1446 H, Eid on March 31, 2025

Kapanlagi.com - The Central Leadership (PP) of Muhammadiyah has officially announced that the start of fasting for Ramadan 1446 Hijri will fall on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Not only that, the celebration of Eid al-Fitr has also been set for Sunday, March 31, 2025. This determination is based on careful astronomical calculations by the Tarjih and Tajdid Assembly.

In this determination process, Muhammadiyah uses the Global Single Hijri Calendar (KHGT) method designed to ensure uniformity in determining the beginning of the Hijri month worldwide. This method combines calculation techniques and observation, making the results more accurate and reliable.

This announcement certainly provides clarity for Muslims in preparing to carry out fasting and celebrate Eid al-Fitr in a more planned manner. However, the public is still waiting for an official decision from the government through the Isbat Session to ensure alignment with the national determination. Check out the complete information summarized by Kapanlagi.com, Wednesday (8/1).

1. Muhammadiyah's Method for Determining the Beginning of Ramadan

Muhammadiyah carefully determines the beginning of the Hijri month using the method of hisab imkan rukyat, which combines expertise in astronomical calculations and visual observation.

This method requires a minimum moon altitude of 5 degrees and an elongation angle of 8 degrees to ensure the crescent moon is clearly visible. The conjunction at the end of the month of Sha'ban 1446 H is scheduled for Friday, February 28, 2025, and with the moon's position meeting these criteria, Muslims will welcome 1 Ramadan on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

This calculation is in line with international astronomical standards, and the Unified Global Hijri Calendar (KHGT) adopted by Muhammadiyah serves as a universal reference, reducing differing views in determining the beginning of the Hijri month across various parts of the world.

"Muhammadiyah determines the beginning of the month based on astronomical criteria, namely conjunction, when the positions of the moon, earth, and sun are in a straight line, marking the transition of the Hijri month," writes Muhammadiyah on its official page.

2. Ramadan Schedule 1446 H and Eid al-Fitr 2025

According to the Muhammadiyah Hijri Calendar, the fasting of Ramadan 1446 H will begin on Saturday, March 1, 2025, and will last for 29 days, providing convenience for Muslims to plan their worship in this blessed month.

Eid al-Fitr or 1 Syawal 1446 H is expected to fall on Sunday, March 30, 2025, based on the same calculations. If the government sets a different date, the community is encouraged to respect these differences.

This determination shows Muhammadiyah's consistency in using the calculation method, allowing Muslims to plan their worship with greater certainty in advance.

3. Hijri Calendar and Uniformity of Worship

Muhammadiyah launched the Unified Global Hijri Calendar (KHGT) as an innovative step to unify the determination of worship times for Muslims around the world.

With a strong foundation in scientific approaches and accurate astronomical data, KHGT is expected to become a universal reference that can bridge the differences in views regarding the beginning of the hijri month, which often leads to discrepancies in the implementation of worship.

This calendar has been adopted by Muhammadiyah to determine the timing of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha, thus ensuring the timeliness of worship and strengthening the sense of unity among the community.

4. Difference with Government Determination

The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag), adopts a combination method of hisab and rukyat to determine the beginning of the hijri month, the results of which are announced in the Isbat Meeting involving the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) and various other Islamic organizations.

Although Kemenag estimates that Ramadan 1446 H will begin on March 1, 2025, the final decision is still pending the results of the Isbat Meeting. Differences in determining the beginning of this month are common and accepted as part of religious dynamics.

Therefore, Muslims in the homeland are urged to follow the decisions made by their respective organizations while maintaining the spirit of tolerance and unity in carrying out worship.

5. Preparation to Welcome Ramadan 1446 H

As the holy month of Ramadan 2025 approaches, Muslims are urged to prepare themselves as best as possible, both physically and spiritually, to carry out worship with full concentration. This preparation includes increasing worship, increasing charity, and maintaining health to keep the body fit.

Muhammadiyah also invites us to strengthen Islamic brotherhood, making Ramadan the right moment to improve ourselves and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood with one another.

With a clear determination, Muslims can plan various worship activities, such as tarawih, tadarus, and breaking the fast together, in an organized manner from the start, so that this blessed month can be experienced more meaningfully.

6. When is the start of Ramadan fasting 1446 H according to Muhammadiyah?

Muhammadiyah enthusiastically announces that the start of Ramadan fasting will fall on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

7. When is Eid al-Fitr 1446 H according to Muhammadiyah?

Eid al-Fitr is predicted to be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, 2025, marking a moment of joy and togetherness for Muslims around the world.

8. Is this determination the same as the government's decision?

The results are likely to be similar, but the official decision from the government will be announced in the upcoming Isbat session.

(kpl/rmt)