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The Islamic New Year: Historical Roots and Practical Benefits

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….