Muslims Worldwide Observe Islamic New Year
Millions of Muslims around the world began the Islamic New Year, 1446 AH, on July 7th, 2024. The Islamic calendar is based on lunar cycles, so the date on the Gregorian calendar changes each year.
The Hijri calendar was initiated during the leadership of the second Caliph, Umar ibn al-Khattab, in the year 622 CE (1 AH – After Hijra), to mark the migration (Hijra) of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina. The migration occurred on the 1st of Muharram, establishing a new era in Islamic history.
The first month of the Islamic calendar is Muharram, a time for reflection, prayer, and remembrance. While not a festive occasion, many Muslims attend mosque services, visit family and friends, and donate to charity.
There are no set traditions or necessities for commending the Hijri new year, be that as it may, since Muharram is one of the consecrated months appointed by Allah (SWT), when great demonstrations are duplicated in remuneration, it is a helpful time for Muslims to consolidate demonstrations of sadaqah Jariyah, nafl (deliberate) supplications, fasting and Qur’an recitation. The Islamic New Year is likewise a public occasion in numerous Muslim nations, and families use it as a chance to meet and contact friends and family, and to reinforce ties of connection.
