The Islamic new year starts with the migration, also known as the Hijrah, of Prophet Muhammad and his companions from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD, after they were repeatedly persecuted and threatened. The method adopted differs from country to country.Īccording to the Astronomy Center’s calculations, the first day of the new year in 2021 will fall on Tuesday, August 10, in most parts of the world. The date when the new Hijri year begins is determined by various techniques – including the use of scientific and astronomical calculations, or conducting an official moon-sighting exercise. Here is what you need to know: How is the start of the new year determined? Each month starts with the sighting of the new moon. The year has 12 months beginning with Muharram, and ending with Dhul al-Hijjah. Running for 354 or 355 days, it is approximately 11 days shorter than the solar, Gregorian calendar. The calendar has been observed for more than 1,440 years and is used to date important Muslim events including the beginning of Ramadan (month of fasting), Eid al-Fitr and the start of the Hajj pilgrimage. This year, it is set to fall during the second week of August 2021. The Islamic new year, or the Hijri new year, marks the start of the Muslim lunar calendar.
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