Kapanlagi.com - Every year, Muslims in Indonesia look forward to an important moment that determines when they will begin fasting. The 2025 Isbat Session which is scheduled to take place on Friday, February 28, 2025, is now starting to attract attention. This is because in this session, stakeholders gather to determine the beginning of Ramadan 1446 Hijri based on the observation of the crescent moon and astronomical calculations.
This session is not just an ordinary event, but a process that involves various parties, from the Ministry of Religious Affairs to Islamic organizations. With a clear method, this session aims to provide certainty about when Muslims will begin their fasting.
To better understand how the 2025 Isbat Session will be implemented, the basis for its implementation, the parties involved, and how to participate in this session directly, just take a look at the following review.
1. What is the Isbat Session?

What is the Isbat Session (credit: unsplash)
Literally, the term "isbat" comes from Arabic meaning establishment. In a religious context, the isbat session is the determination of the beginning of the Hijri month, particularly for Ramadan and Eid. This session becomes an important moment for Muslims as it directly relates to the mandatory fasting worship.
The isbat session in 2025 will ensure the truth and legal certainty regarding the beginning of the Ramadan month. By involving various experts and stakeholders, this session aims to provide accurate and reliable information.
2. Basis for the Implementation of the Isbat Session in Indonesia

The Basis for the Implementation of the Isbat Session in Indonesia (credit: unsplash)
The implementation of the isbat session in Indonesia is based on several Shari'ah arguments. Among them is the hadith of the Prophet Muhammad SAW which states that the beginning of the month is determined based on the observation of the crescent moon. The hadith states:
"Fast when you see it (the crescent of Ramadan) and break your fast when you see it (the crescent of Shawwal)" (HR Muslim I:436).
In addition, various fiqh books are also referenced for the method of determining the beginning of the Hijri month in the isbat session. From the perspective of state law, there is also a fatwa from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) No. 2 of 2004 which serves as a guideline in determining the beginning of the Hijri month.
The method used in this session combines astronomical calculations and crescent moon observations, making the results more accurate. Thus, the isbat session in 2025 will serve as a reference for Muslims in performing fasting worship.
3. Parties Involved in the Isbat Session
The isbat session involves many parties, starting from the Ministry of Religious Affairs as the organizer to representatives of Islamic organizations. In this session, we will see the presence of:
- The Minister of Religious Affairs as the session leader
- The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI)
- Representatives of Islamic community organizations
- The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG)
- Experts in astronomy and celestial navigation
- Representatives from the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia and the Supreme Court
With the involvement of various parties, the isbat session in 2025 is expected to produce fair and accurate decisions.
4. The Process of Implementing the Isbat Session

Implementation Process of the Isbat Session (credit: unsplash)
The process of implementing the isbat session in 2025 consists of several stages. First, a presentation of the hilal position data by the astronomy team, which will provide information related to the height and angle of elongation of the hilal. This data is very important to determine whether the hilal can be seen or not.
Then, verification of the results of rukyatul hilal is conducted from various observation points throughout Indonesia. After that, a consultation is held to make decisions based on the available data. This process ensures that the decisions made are the result of discussion and mutual agreement.
5. Schedule for the Isbat Session 2025
The Isbat Session 2025 will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the H.M. Rasjidi Auditorium, Ministry of Religious Affairs, Central Jakarta. Here is the complete schedule:
- 5:00 PM WIB: Seminar on the position of the hilal.
- 6:30 PM WIB: Implementation of the isbat session (closed)
- 7:00 PM WIB: Press conference announcing 1 Ramadan 1446 H.
This schedule is very important so that you can follow each stage of the isbat session 2025.
6. How to Participate in the Isbat Session

How to Participate in the Isbat Session (credit: unsplash)
For those of you who want to participate in the isbat session 2025, there are several ways to do so. First, you can watch live through the live streaming on the social media accounts of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, such as YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter. In addition, several national television stations will also broadcast this event live.
Don’t forget to visit the official website of the Ministry of Religious Affairs at kemenag.go.id to get the latest information. The results of this isbat session will serve as the official reference for Muslims in Indonesia, although it is not legally binding.
With a clear understanding of the isbat session 2025, it is hoped that you will be better prepared to welcome the holy month of Ramadan. May this information be useful and provide a clear picture of the implementation process of the isbat session!
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.