The UAE has officially declared a public holiday for government employees to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), which comes on Friday, September 5, 2025 according to the Islamic (Hijri) calendar.Since this year’s observation coincides with Friday, the residents of the UAE may benefit from a long weekend (Friday to Sunday), which offers a time for spiritual reflection and comfort.
Date determination based on lunar comments
The Islamic calendar follows the lunar chakra, and major religious dates – such as the Prophet’s birthday – is determined by looking at the new moon.On Saturday, August 23, 2025, the International Astronomy Center in the UAE confirmed that the Crescent Moon, which marked the beginning of the Rabi al -Avwal (third month of the Islamic calendar), was not seen anywhere in the Arab world.Due to this, the 12th Rabi al-avawal- the recognized date as the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad will be seen on Friday, September 5, 2025 in the United Arab Emirates and many other countries.
Importance of 12th of Rabi al -Avwal
The 12th day of Rabi Al Avwal holds deep importance in Islam as it remembers the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Across the Muslim world, this day is marked with prayer, religious lectures and community celebrations that celebrate the Prophet’s life, character and teachings.This is a moment to reflect the message of compassion, justice and unity of the Prophet, which remains central for Islamic belief.
Who was the Prophet Muhammad?
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is considered the last messenger of Islam, after prophets like Abraham, Moses and Jesus. He was born in Mecca in the year 570 CE, known as the year of elephants, and died in 632 CE in Medina.Throughout his life, the Prophet played a transformative role – not only as a spiritual leader, but also as integrated and reformer of Arab society. Protected in the Quran and Hadith form their teachings, Islamic beliefs and the foundation of practice, which affects one Arab Muslims worldwide
