The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are among the most blessed days in the Islamic calendar. These sacred days hold immense spiritual significance and offer Muslims a unique opportunity to draw closer to Allah through worship and good deeds.
What Are the 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah?
Dhul Hijjah is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The first ten days of this month are particularly sacred, with the Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ emphasizing their superiority over all other days of the year.
Important: The 9th day of Dhul Hijjah is the Day of Arafah, when pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat during Hajj. Fasting on this day expiates the sins of two years.
Virtues of the First 10 Days
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Best Deeds to Perform During These Days
Special Days Within the 10 Days
Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah)
The Day of Arafah is the most important day of Hajj and holds special significance for all Muslims, whether performing Hajj or not:
- Fasting on this day expiates the sins of the previous year and the coming year
- Allah frees more people from the Hellfire on this day than any other
- It is the day when Allah perfected the religion of Islam
- Supplications made on this day are highly likely to be accepted
Eid al-Adha (10th Dhul Hijjah)
The Festival of Sacrifice marks the end of Hajj and commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah:
- Offering the Eid prayer in congregation
- Performing the Qurbani (sacrifice) after Eid prayer
- Distributing the meat to family, friends, and the needy
- Celebrating with family and spreading joy
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Practical Tips for Maximizing These Days
To make the most of these blessed days, consider these practical suggestions:
- Make a plan in advance for which good deeds you'll focus on each day
- Wake up for Tahajjud (night prayer) and make sincere dua
- Fast as many days as possible, especially the first nine days
- Increase your recitation of Quran and remembrance of Allah
- Give charity daily, even if it's a small amount
- Reconcile with family and friends and forgive others
- Make a special effort to pray on time in congregation
- Learn and recite the specific Takbeerat for these days
The Takbeer of Dhul Hijjah
It is highly recommended to recite the Takbeer (declaration of Allah's greatness) during these days:
ุงููู ุฃูุจุฑ ุงููู ุฃูุจุฑุ ูุง ุฅูู ุฅูุง ุงูููุ ุงููู ุฃูุจุฑ ุงููู ุฃูุจุฑุ ูููู ุงูุญู ุฏ
"Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illallah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillahil-hamd"
This Takbeer should be recited after every obligatory prayer from Fajr on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah until Asr on the 13th of Dhul Hijjah.
Set your spiritual goals and make a commitment to maximize your worship during these sacred days.
Conclusion
The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are a precious gift from Allah, offering Muslims an unparalleled opportunity for spiritual growth, forgiveness, and reward. By understanding their significance and actively engaging in worship during this period, we can draw closer to Allah and transform our spiritual lives.
"There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days." - Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ (Bukhari)