Friday, 01 May 2026
DELI SERDANG | INDATANEWS.COM ~ Thousands of Muhammadiyah members gathered in a solemn and peaceful atmosphere on Friday, March 20, 2026, to perform the Eid al-Fitr prayer (1447 H) in Tanjung Morawa. The celebration took place at the grounds of SD Muhammadiyah Tanjung Morawa and drew worshippers from across the surrounding areas.
The prayer session unfolded in an orderly and reflective environment, marked by strong spiritual devotion and a visible sense of unity among participants.
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Early Morning Worship Crowds Fill the Prayer Ground
From as early as 06:30 local time, worshippers began arriving in large numbers. Organizers ensured a structured arrangement of prayer rows, allowing smooth and orderly participation. The Eid prayer commenced at 07:30, creating a calm and deeply spiritual atmosphere as worshippers gathered in their finest attire to mark the end of Ramadan.
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Hisab-Based Determination of 1 Shawwal 1447 H
The Muhammadiyah organization determines the beginning of the Islamic month of Shawwal based on astronomical calculations (hisab). For 1447 H, Muhammadiyah set Eid al-Fitr on Friday, March 20, 2026.This means the community celebrated Eid a day earlier than Indonesia's official government calendar, which fell on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
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Muhammadiyah Tanjung Morawa branch chairman Muchlis emphasized the importance of mutual respect despite differences in determining religious dates.
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He added that Eid al-Fitr continues to represent reconciliation, unity, and strengthened social bonds, regardless of differing celebration dates. (IDNC)
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