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Islamic Calendar

Explore important Hijri dates, fasting days, Ramadan, Eid, Hajj milestones, verified historical notes, and recommended actions.

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1 Muharram 2 Safar 3 Rabi al-Awwal 4 Rabi al-Thani 5 Jumada al-Awwal 6 Jumada al-Thani 7 Rajab 8 Sha’ban 9 Ramadan 10 Shawwal 11 Dhul Qa’dah 12 Dhul Hijjah

Calendar Events

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Ramadan Begins
Ramadan
1 Ramadan

Ramadan Begins

بداية رمضان

The blessed month of fasting begins.

Recommended actions

Fast; pray Taraweeh; read Qur’an; give charity; guard speech and conduct.

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Ramadan is the month of fasting, Qur’an, prayer, charity, and spiritual renewal.

Qur’an: 2:183,2:185

Battle of Badr
Historical
17 Ramadan

Battle of Badr

غزوة بدر

A major event in early Islamic history.

Recommended actions

Study the lessons of faith, patience, unity, and reliance upon Allah.

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The Battle of Badr was a decisive event in the early Muslim community.

Last Ten Nights Begin
Ramadan
21 Ramadan

Last Ten Nights Begin

العشر الأواخر

The final ten nights of Ramadan begin.

Recommended actions

Increase prayer, Qur’an, dua, charity, and i‘tikaf where possible.

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These nights include Laylat al-Qadr and are a time for increased worship.

Qur’an: 97:1-5