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The Prophet's Birthday 2025 in Libya

Sunni Muslims observe the Prophet Muhammed's (also known as Mohammed or Muhammad) birthday on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi' al-awwal, while Shi'a Muslims mark it on the 17th of this month. Muhammed is believed to be the last prophet.

Is The Prophet's Birthday a Public Holiday?

The Prophet's Birthday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2025, it falls on a vrijdag, and some businesses may choose to follow vrijdag opening hours.

The Prophet Muhammed was born in Mecca, a city in Saudi Arabia that is revered as holy by Muslims.

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The Prophet's Birthday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020don29 oktThe Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2021din19 oktThe Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2022zat8 oktThe Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2023woe27 sepThe Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2024zon15 sepThe Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2025vri5 sepThe Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2026woe26 augThe Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2027zon15 augThe Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2028don3 augThe Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2029din24 julThe Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2030zat13 julThe Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday

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