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Isra and Mi'raj, also known as Al Isra' wal Miraj, is observed on the 27th day of the month of Rajab, the seventh month in the Islamic calendar. This event marks the night that Allah (God) took Mohammad (also known as Mohamed or Muhammed) on a journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and then to heaven.
Is Leilat al-Meiraj a Public Holiday?
Leilat al-Meiraj is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
The Prophet Mohammad traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem, pictured above.
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About Leilat al-Meiraj
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| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sun | Mar 22 | Leilat al-Meiraj | Observance |
| 2021 | Thu | Mar 11 | Leilat al-Meiraj | Observance |
| 2022 | Tue | Mar 1 | Leilat al-Meiraj | Observance |
| 2023 | Sat | Feb 18 | Leilat al-Meiraj | Observance |
| 2024 | Thu | Feb 8 | Leilat al-Meiraj | Observance |
| 2025 | Mon | Jan 27 | Leilat al-Meiraj | Observance |
| 2026 | Fri | Jan 16 | Leilat al-Meiraj (Tentative Date) | Observance |
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