Islamic Calendar | My Qibla

 

The Islamic calendar is lunar, its months are determined by the phases of the moon. The discovery of the new moon signifies the beginning of each month. Given that the moon is not always visible on the first day of the month, this can provide some difficulties. These months have either 29 or 30 days in length.The Islamic calendar is important to Muslims as it determines the dates of religious events and holidays. For example, Ramadan, the month of fasting, always falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar.



The Islamic calendar is also used to determine the direction of prayer, or Qibla. Muslims pray five times daily, and the Qibla is the direction in which they face during prayer.

The Qibla is always towards Mecca, the holy city of Islam. Mecca is located in Saudi Arabia presently. The Islamic calendar is thus a important part of Muslim life, providing both religious and cultural guidance.


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