The Islamic New Year, also known as Hijri Year, refers to the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar with the first day of the month – Muharram. In India, the Islamic New Year begins on Friday, June 27, after watching Muharram Crescent Moon. The Moon began in Saudi Arabia after prayers of Magrib a day before, Thursday 26 June.
Looking at Muharram Crescent Moon, the United Arab Emirates (SAE) turned on one -day holiday on 27 June. This will allow Muslims to observe this opportunity.
Islamic New Year: History and meaning
The observation of Muharram Crescent is of significant importance. On this day in 622, the Prophet Muhammad and his companions moved to Medina, which led to the establishment of the first Muslim community – Ummah.
According to the details, Muharram – one of the four sacred months in Islam – is remembered as a chronological and spiritual awakening of Islam. Muharram refers to a new beginning, harmony, unity, victim and efforts for justice and morality.
Islamic New Year: Sadness
On the day of Muslims, globally, they observe the opportunity by reciting the Qur’an book and offering prayers, fasting and looking for forgiveness. Muharram is quietly observed and promotes spiritual reflections, unlike other major Islamic holidays such as Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha.
The tenth day of Muharam is Ashura – the day of sadness for the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, in the battle of Karbala.
Islamic New Year: Muharram News
People from the Sunni sects of Muslims usually expand their wishes to mark the beginning of the new Islamic calendar. However, it is not a common practice, because the Shiite Muslims mourn in the martyrdom of Imam Hussain this month.
Some messages sent to indicate the beginning of the Islamic calendar include:
1) “Sending prayers for the year full of spiritual enlightenment, personal growth and divine leadership.”
2) “When we enter the new Hijri year, your heart can be filled with gratitude and your soul balance.”
3) “The dawn of this new Islamic year can inspire you to grow in faith and kindness. Barakah and peace to you and your family.”
4) “When a crescent month announces the coming of the New Year, Allah can bless you with peace, prosperity and unwavering faith. Happy Hijri 1447!”
5) “Let this sacred month of Muharram remind us to walk through justice and grace. We wish you a blessed Islamic New Year!”
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