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Islamic Calendar Countdown
Stay connected with the sacred times in Islam. Track the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah and celebrate with the Steadfast Academy community.
The most sacred days in Islam
The Divine Decree
"Hajj is [during] well-known months..." - Quran (2:197)
Allah has designated these months as sacred, with the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah being the most blessed days of the year.
The Sacred Days of Dhul Hijjah
"Hajj is a worship that is among the weighty acts of worship in the life of a Muslim."
Dhul Hijjah is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic calendar. These ten days hold unparalleled significance in Islam.
- •Days 1-8: Preparation, increased worship, and spiritual purification
- •Day 9 (Arafah): The most sacred day - a day of forgiveness and mercy
- •Day 10: Eid al-Adha - Festival of Sacrifice and celebration
Hajj - The Ultimate Journey
"Any Muslim who has been given the opportunity to perform Hajj has been given a great opportunity to enter Paradise."
- •Ihram: State of spiritual purity and devotion
- •Tawaf: Circumambulation around the sacred Ka'bah
- •Sa'i: Walking between Safa and Marwah hills
- •Arafah: Standing in humble supplication
Sacred Elements of Hajj
The Black Stone
A gem from Paradise, originally whiter than milk, but turned black by the sins of humanity.
Kissing or touching it removes sins and is a blessed Sunnah.
Maqam Ibrahim
The Station of Prophet Ibrahim, containing his blessed footprint.
A sacred gem (Yaqut) from Paradise, marking where Ibrahim stood.
Zamzam Water
"The master of all waters, the most noble, and most beloved to souls."
"Food that nourishes and cure for illness."
Recommended Actions During the 10 Days
Spiritual Acts:
- •Increase in prayer (Salah) and remembrance of Allah (Dhikr)
- •Fasting, especially on the Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah)
- •Recitation and reflection upon the Quran
- •Seeking forgiveness (Istighfar) frequently
- •Making sincere Dua (supplication)
Acts of Service:
- •Giving charity (Sadaqah) and helping the needy
- •Performing Qurban (sacrifice) on Eid day
- •Visiting family and strengthening relationships
- •Community service and helping neighbors
- •Teaching children about Islamic values
What to Avoid During These Sacred Days
"...there is [to be for him] no sexual relations and no disobedience and no disputing during Hajj" - Quran (2:197)
Spiritual Prohibitions:
- ×Wasting time on frivolous activities
- ×Ignoring the needs of family and community
- ×Arguing, quarreling, or disputing unnecessarily
- ×Committing sins or acts of disobedience
- ×Neglecting prayers or religious obligations
- ×Speaking harshly or using foul language
Social Prohibitions:
- ×Harming others through words or actions
- ×Being dishonest in business dealings
- ×Showing disrespect to parents or elders
- ×Engaging in excessive materialism
From Steadfast Academy
As we approach these blessed days, let us prepare our hearts for increased remembrance, gratitude, and service to our community.