Muharram is the first month in the Islamic lunar calendar and marks the beginning of the new year for Muslims. This month holds significant religious and historical importance for the Muslim community. Let’s dive into the origins, traditions, and significance of the first of Muharram. The first of Muharram is considered one of the holiest…
The birth of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, is celebrated as Eid Milad-un-Nabi or Mawlid by Muslims around the world. This festival is observed on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi ul-Awwal, which this year falls on November 3rd. This day holds a special significance for Muslims, as it commemorates the…
Ashura, also known as the Day of Ashura, is an Islamic holiday observed on the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. It holds great significance to the Shia Muslims as well as the Sunni Muslims. The word ‘Ashura’ is derived from the Arabic word ‘Ashr’, which means ten. This day…
August 15 – Islamic New Year (Public Holiday) The Islamic new year, also known as Hijri New Year or Arabic New Year, is a public holiday that is celebrated on the first day of Muharram (the first month in the Islamic calendar). This year, the new year falls on August 15th, according to the Gregorian…
The Islamic New Year, also known as Hijri New Year or Arabic New Year, is the first day of the Islamic calendar. It marks the beginning of a new year in the lunar-based Islamic calendar, which is approximately eleven days shorter than the Gregorian calendar. This year, the Islamic New Year falls on August 20th,…
The Islamic New Year, also known as Hijri New Year or Arabic New Year, is celebrated on the first day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. The Islamic calendar, also known as the Hijri calendar, is based on the lunar cycle and is approximately 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar. This…
The Month of Ramadan Ramadan, also known as Ramazan, Ramzan, or Ramadhan, is an important month for Muslims all over the world. It falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is considered to be the most sacred and blessed month for Muslims. Date of Ramadan The date of Ramadan changes every year…
Hajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims. It is a mandatory religious duty for adult Muslims to complete Hajj at least once in their lifetime if they have the physical and financial means. Hajj takes place during the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah, which falls in the months of…
The Islamic community celebrates a special day every year known as Mouloud Day. This day is observed on November 6th and is all about honoring and commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, who is considered to be the founder of Islam. Mouloud Day is a significant event not only for Muslims, but also for…
Hari Raya Aidilfitri, also known as Eid al-Fitr, is a major religious holiday celebrated by Muslims around the world. It marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, which is a period of fasting and spiritual reflection. This holiday is not just about feasting and celebrations, but it is also a time of forgiveness,…
The Importance of the Prophet’s Birthday The Prophet’s Birthday, also known as Mawlid al-Nabi, is a significant day in the Islamic calendar. It is celebrated on the 12th day of Rabi-ul-Awwal, the third month in the Islamic lunar calendar. This year, it falls on November 6th, and Muslims all around the world will come together…
The Prophet’s Birthday, also known as Mawlid or Mawlid An-Nabi, is a sacred and joyous occasion observed by Muslims worldwide. It commemorates the birth of the Islamic prophet, Muhammad, and is celebrated on the 12th day of Rabi’ al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. As this date varies each year, depending on the…
Eid al-Adha – Celebrating Sacrifice Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is an important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims all around the world. It is one of the two main festivals in Islam, with Eid al-Fitr being the other one. This festival commemorates the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son,…
Muharram, also known as the Islamic New Year, marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar. It is observed on the first day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. This year, Muharram falls on August 10th. The word ‘Muharram’ translates to ‘forbidden’ in Arabic. It is considered a sacred month for the Muslim…
Celebrating the Holy Month of Ramadan The month of Ramadan is the holiest and most anticipated month in the Islamic calendar. It is a time of reflection, prayer, charity, and most importantly, fasting for millions of Muslims around the world. It is an entire month of self-discipline, spiritual renewal, and strengthening one’s relationship with God….
