Exploring the Names and Origins of Jumadal Akhirah Across the Muslim World

arabi calligraphy showing the word "Jumada al-Akhir", the 6th islamic month.

In our previous post, we introduced the arrival of Jumadal Akhirah 1446 AH. This month, like all Islamic months, carries deep historical and linguistic significance. Its name, variations, and the story behind it reflect the interconnectedness of the Muslim world’s linguistic and cultural heritage. Let’s explore the fascinating origins of the name “Jumada” and how … Read more

When Does 1 Rajab 1444 Hijri Start?

Crescent moon visibility map for 1 Rajab 1444 AH on Sunday, 23 January 2023.

The month of Rajab is the seventh month in the islamic hijri calendar system. In the year 2023, 1 Rajab 1444 AH will be marked by the new moon (conjunction) on Saturday, 21 January 2023 at 20:53 UT. The first visible crescent moon could be sighted in many parts of the world starting on Sunday … Read more

When Does 1 Rabiul Awwal 1444 AH Start?

Crescent moon visibility map for 1 Rabiul Awal 1444 AH.

The islamic calendar month of Rabi’ul Awwal is also known as the Maulid month to commemorate that in this month the beloved Prophet Muhammad was born. This year, 1 Rabiul Awwal 1444 AH will start on Tuesday, 27 September 2022 CE based on global moon sighting. The crescent moon of Rabiul Awal 1444 AH will … Read more

When Is Islamic New Year 1 Muharram 1444 AH (2022)?

Crescent moon visibility map for Muharram 1444 AH on the evening of Friday, June 29, 2022.

The islamic calendar starts with the hijri month of Muharram which will come shortly. The next islamic year number is 1444 AH (anno hijri, after hijrah or migration). Therefore 1 Muharram 1444 AH marks the Islamic New Year for 2022. So, when exactly is 1 Muharram 1444 AH? While some muslims use pre-calculated calendar, some … Read more

When does the Month of Sha’ban 1441 AH (2020 AD) Start?

Crescent moon visibility map for Sha'ban 1441 AH (2020 AD) on the evening of Wednesday, 25 March 2020.

The islamic month of Sha’ban 1441 AH is marked by the geocentric moon conjunction on Tuesday, 24 March 2020 at 09:28 UTC. On the evening of that Tuesday, the moon is already above the horizon in some places in the west part of the world, however the crescent moon (hilaal) will not be easily visible … Read more

New: HilalMap – Crescent Moon Visibility Map

HilalMap logo at alhabib

Alhamdulillah, praise be to Allah, in the end of islamic year 1440 AH and to greet the islamic new year of 1441 AH, Alhabib Web Service has launched a new tool: HilalMap – Crescent Moon Visibility Map This tool enable muslims to visually display the possibility of crescent moon to be sighted in a color-coded, … Read more