Why the first day of Rajab matters, and how to use it wisely Introduction: Why Does Rajab Still Matter Today? In a fast-paced world like modern England — deadlines, screens, constant noise — sacred time can easily pass unnoticed. Islamic months arrive quietly, without fireworks or public holidays. Yet, in the Islamic calendar, the first…
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The Islamic (Hijri) New Year The Islamic New Year marks the first day of Muharram, the opening month of the Hijri (lunar) calendar. It commemorates the Hijrah – Prophet Muḥammad’s migration from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE. That event established the first Muslim community state and became the starting point of the Islamic era….
