Islamic Calendar

all about the calendar used in the muslim world, that are based on the moon movement.

Crescent Moon Photos of 1 Jumadal Akhirah 1445 AH

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Photograph of a thin crescent moon against orange sky of Laudium, South Africa on Wednesday, 13 December 2023. This crescent marks the start of islamic month, 1 Jumadal Akhirah 1445 AH.

Dear readers, in this post we will share some photos of the first crescent moon for the month of Jumadal Akhirah 1445 AH. As previously noted in our post: When does 1 Jumadal Akhirah 1445 start, the hilaal or crescent moon won’t be visible on the evening of Wednesday, 13 Dec 2023 for most part … Read more

When Does 1 Jumadal Akhirah 1445 AH Start?

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Crescent moon visibility map in the evening of Wednesday, 13 December 2023. Only South America can see the crescent moon of Jumadal Akhirah 1445 easily.

Dear esteemed readers, In our contemplative journey through the Islamic calendar, we stand at the threshold of the forthcoming month — Jumadal Akhirah 1445 AH. Join me in exploring the profound celestial dynamics that govern the onset of this sacred period. Hopefully, this blog can answer such question as: When Does 1 Jumadal Akhirah 1445 … Read more

Mark Your Calendars: When Does 1 Jumadal Ula 1445 AH Start?

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Map showing crescent moon visibility for the islamic month of Jumadal Ula 1445 H on the evening of Tuesday, 14 Nov 2023.

As we stand on the threshold of another month in the Islamic calendar, let’s embark on a celestial journey to welcome Jumadal Ula 1445 AH. This marks the fifth month in the Hijri calendar, a calendar that not only measures time but also connects Muslims worldwide in their shared spiritual journey. 1. The Astronomical Prelude: … Read more

When is 1 Rabi’ ath-Thani 1445 AH?

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Crescent moon visibility map for Rabi' ath-Thani 1445 AH on Sunday evening, 15 October 2023.

The month of Rabi’ ath-Thani is the 4th month in the islamic calendar. This year, the month comes after the moon conjunction on Saturday, 14 October 2023 CE at 17:55 UTC. The crescent moon for the Rabi’ ath-Thani 1445 AH will not be visible on Saturday evening. And on the following day, Sunday evening, the … Read more

When Is 1 Rabi’ul Awwal 1445 AH?

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Crescent moon visibility map for Rabiul Awwal 1445 AH on Saturday, 16 September 2023 CE. Most parts of the world will be able to see the crescent moon.

The month of Rabi’ul Awwal is one of the special months for muslims all around the world for it is believed that the Prophet Muhammad was born in this month. For this year, the month will likely commence on Sunday, 17 September 2023 CE based on global crescent moon visibility. The map below shows which … Read more

How Did the Hijra Become the Starting Point of the Islamic Calendar?

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The Hijra, or the emigration of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his followers from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE, is a pivotal event in Islamic history. It marked the beginning of a new era for the Muslim community, as they established their first state and society based on the teachings of Islam. … Read more