Doing it in Doha with fast facts: Islamic New Year ππ
When is it? π€
The 1st of Muharram on the Islamic calendar (Hijri calendar), marks the Islamic New Year π.
Which year is it on the Islamic calendar? π€
1442 AHπ
What is ‘AH’? π€
Latin: Anno Hegirae, “in the year of the Hijra”
History around this day? π€
Since 622 AD, the Islamic New Year has been commemorated on the 1st day of Muharram. π
The Holy Prophet, Muhammed (SAW), fled Mecca to Medina (then Yathrib), to escape religious persecution. π
The migration is called ‘Hijra’ in Arabic. π
Today you may hear Happy New Hijri Year as a result, as well. π
Any more info on this calendar? π€
The Hijri calendar has 12 months but only 354 days. π
The Islamic New Year is observed with low key religious events. πΉ