Israk And Mikraj In Malaysia 2024

Date	Day	Holiday	State
Jan 27, 2025	Mon	Israk and Mikraj	Kedah, Negeri Sembilan,Perlis & Terengganu
Jan 16, 2026	Fri	Israk and Mikraj	Kedah, Negeri Sembilan,Perlis & Terengganu
Jan 17, 2026	Sat	Israk and Mikraj Holiday	Kedah

Israk and Mikraj in Malaysia Holiday 2024

Isra and Mi'raj, significant in Islamic tradition, commemorate the Prophet Muhammad's night journey and ascension. It is observed on the 27th of Rejab, the seventh month of the Islamic calendar, marking the occasion when Allah transported Mohammad from Mecca to Jerusalem and then to heaven. It is referred to as "Israk dan Mikraj" in the local Malay language.

In 2024, the states of Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, and Perlis will observe Israk and Mikraj as a public holiday on the 8th February 2024.

Celebration of Israk and Mikraj in Malaysia

Celebrated by Muslims in Malaysia, it falls on the 27th of Rajab in the Islamic calendar, with the 2024 date dependent on lunar sightings. Traditions include special prayers, religious discussions, and community gatherings, where stories of the event are shared to inspire faith and devotion. The day is both a moment of reflection on the Prophet's journey and a time for spiritual growth, emphasizing prayer, study, and communal harmony.

The tradition of Isra and Mi'raj in Malaysia involves special prayers known as "solat sunat," religious lectures, and sharing the story of the Prophet Muhammad's journey to inspire faith and reflection on the spiritual journey and life's purpose.

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