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Isra and Mi'raj 2024 in Somalia

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 Isra and Mi'raj a Public Holiday?

Isra and Mi'raj is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

The Prophet Mohammad traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem, pictured above.

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About Isra and Mi'raj

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Isra and Mi'raj Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019WedApr 3Isra and Mi'rajCommon local holiday
2020SunMar 22Isra and Mi'rajCommon local holiday
2021ThuMar 11Isra and Mi'rajCommon local holiday
2022MonFeb 28Isra and Mi'rajCommon local holiday
2023SatFeb 18Isra and Mi'rajCommon local holiday
2024WedFeb 7Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)Common local holiday
2025MonJan 27Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)Common local holiday
2026FriJan 16Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)Common local holiday
2027WedJan 6Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)Common local holiday
2027SunDec 26Isra and Mi'rajCommon local holiday
2028ThuDec 14Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)Common local holiday
2029TueDec 4Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)Common local holiday

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