Minister Leads Idul Fitri 1446 H Isbat Session
Indonesia to Determine Eid al-Fitr Date through Isbat Trial
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Published: 2025-03-29
Jakarta – The Isbat trial to determine 1 Shawwal 1446 H, marking Eid al-Fitr 2025, commenced at the Indonesian Ministry of Religion on Saturday.
The trial was led by Minister of Religion Nasaruddin Umar. He entered the courtroom at the Ministry of religion in Central Jakarta at 6:23 p.m. local time, accompanied by Deputy Minister of Religion Muhammad Syafi’i and Chairman of the House of Representatives Commission VIII, Marwan Dasopang.
The proceedings were closed to the public, with attendance limited to identified participants. The trial began with the singing of the national anthem, Indonesia Raya.
Prior to the trial, the Ministry of Religion’s Rukyat reckoning team reported on the monitoring of the new moon’s position to determine the date of Eid al-Fitr. According to their calculations, the new moon did not meet the criteria set by the ministers of Religion of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore (MABIMS) within indonesian territory.
Cecep Nurwendaya, a member of the Rukyat team, stated during a seminar preceding the Isbat trial that during sunset in Jakarta, the height of the new moon is still negative, under the horizon at -1.85 degrees. The shape of the young sickle is lying face down.
Based on these calculations, 1 Syawal is predicted to fall on Monday, march 31, 2025. Though, Nurwendaya emphasized that this prediction must be confirmed through the Rukyat method, which involves the physical sighting of the moon.
We use the criteria of MABIMS.The whole country of MABIMS is 0 degrees, so under the horizon… the province does not meet the MABIMS criteria,
Cecep said.
He added, So that the 1st of Shawwal 1446 H fell on Monday, March 31, 2025, this reckoning that needs to be verified by Rukyat as confirmation.
It is indeed vital to note that these calculations are not the official determination of the government. The official date of 1 Shawwal 1446 H will be established through the Isbat trial.
Determining Eid al-Fitr: A Guide to the Isbat Trial in Indonesia
What is the Isbat Trial and Why Is It Important?
The Isbat trial is a crucial process in Indonesia used to officially determine the date of 1 Shawwal, which marks the beginning of Eid al-Fitr, the Islamic holiday celebrating the end of Ramadan. This trial, conducted by the Indonesian Ministry of Religion, is essential because it provides the final decision on when Muslims in Indonesia will observe Eid al-Fitr.
who Participates in the Isbat Trial?
The Isbat trial is a collaborative effort, involving key figures and experts:
Minister of Religion: Leads the trial. In this example,the Minister is Nasaruddin Umar.
Deputy Minister of Religion: Assists in the proceedings.
Rukyat Team: This group examines the new moonS position, employing both calculations (hisab) and observations (rukyat – physical sighting).
Other Key Officials: Including the Chairman of the House of Representatives Commission VIII.
* Attendance is limited to identified participants.
How is the Date of Eid al-Fitr Steadfast?
The determination of Eid al-Fitr involves a two-step process:
- Calculations (Hisab): The ministry of Religion’s rukyat team calculates the new moon’s position. The article notes that for the situation described, the new moon did not meet the MABIMS criteria within the indonesian territory.
- Observation (Rukyat/Sighting): physical sighting of the new moon is used to confirm the calculations. This is considered a key step in officially determining the date.
What are the MABIMS Criteria?
The criteria set by the ministers of Religion of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore (MABIMS) are applied during the observation process. The article mentions that these criteria were not met.
What Happened in the 2025 Isbat Trial?
The 2025 Isbat trial commenced on Saturday,March 29,2025,in Jakarta. The Rukyat team’s calculations suggested that the new moon was below the horizon and did not meet the required criteria for sighting. Although calculations predicted 1 Syawal to fall on Monday, March 31, 2025, the Rukyat method needed to verify this.
Is the Isbat Trial Open to the Public?
No, the proceedings are closed to the public to ensure an orderly and efficient process.
Where is the Isbat Trial held?
the trial takes place at the Indonesian Ministry of Religion in Jakarta.
Summary of Key Events:
| Event | Details |
| ————————– | ————————————————————————————————————————————————– |
| Trial Initiation | march 29, 2025, at the Indonesian Ministry of Religion in Jakarta. |
| Key Participants | Minister of Religion Nasaruddin Umar,others |
| Moon Observation | New moon below horizon (-1.85 degrees), not meeting MABIMS criteria. |
| Calculated Date | Predicted 1 Syawal on Monday, March 31, 2025, subject to Rukyat verification..|
| Official Determination | The official date is determined through the Isbat trial, which includes both calculations and the physical sighting of the moon. |