A national survey has revealed that an overwhelming 82% of Pakistanis believe in dedicating time to prayer and supplication during a lunar eclipse, a conviction that is even more pronounced among women.

The poll, conducted by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, reported today showed a deep-seated connection between celestial events and spiritual observance across the country. When asked about focusing on prayers during a lunar eclipse, a commanding 70% of respondents described the practice as ‘very true’.

An additional 12% of those surveyed considered the statement ‘somewhat true’, consolidating the widespread nature of this belief. In contrast, only 9% of participants dismissed the notion as ‘not true at all or just beliefs’. The remaining individuals either did not know or offered no response.

The study highlighted a notable gender-based distinction, with 86% of female respondents endorsing the practice, suggesting that family and cultural influences play a significant role in shaping these spiritual customs. These findings underscore the continued importance of faith-based responses to natural phenomena in Pakistani society.

The research was carried out by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, the national affiliate of Gallup International. The telephonic survey included a representative sample of 753 adult men and women from both urban and rural areas across all four provinces, conducted between September 12 and September 23, 2025. The estimated error margin for the poll is approximately ± 2-3 percent at a 95% confidence level.